Neopay

JULY 4, 2024

With the change in the anti-money laundering (AML) supervisory approach of the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), many firms are nervous about whether they will face FCA scrutiny and what to expect if they do. He has shared his insight and experience to assist firms with the changes to the FCA’s approach to AML supervision.

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 13, 2019

” Indeed, researchers have found evidence that companies are struggling to manage the growing weight of KYC, anti-money laundering (AML) and other financial regulatory compliance demands. International Monetary Fund (IMF) estimations pointed to a total money laundering volume of $2.1

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The Payments Association

OCTOBER 24, 2024

provides a robust solution to companies that balance compliance, security, and operational efficiency. Addressing regulatory compliance Businesses, including EMD Agents, face a challenge in cross-border transactions: complying with anti-money laundering (AML) and know-your-customer (KYC) regulations.

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FICO

MARCH 17, 2021

Trade-based money laundering (TBML) is a growing risk, as seemingly legitimate transactions are exploited by criminal groups to launder funds and finance terrorist activity. However to set a context, we must first answer the question – what is trade-based money laundering? This study, together with the U.S.

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Neopay

MARCH 7, 2024

In a recent move, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has taken a significant step in addressing the prevalent anti-money laundering (AML) shortcomings among Annex 1 firms. The post FCA issues warning to firms over AML failings appeared first on Neopay. To read a copy of the FCA’s letter to Annex 1 firms, click here.

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The Fintech Times

JUNE 19, 2024

By leveraging the Fenergo software-as-a-solution solution, First Abu Dhabi Bank hopes to speed up client onboarding and enhance its anti-money laundering ( AML ) compliance processes. The bank plans to roll out the platform to support corporate and institutional clients in the near future.

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FICO

MARCH 24, 2021

In part 1 of the series on trade-based money laundering (TBML) , we established a definition of the term, explored some recent studies and highlighted some typical techniques employed by the criminals. Maintain a strong Tone at the Top (“Culture of Compliance”). Plan for upticks in particular areas of AML compliance activity.

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The Fintech Times

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

As financial institutions increasingly seek regulatory-compliant solutions to enter the digital asset market, the partnership accelerates the onboarding of banks, brokers and asset managers to launch their own crypto offerings. Together with Fenergo, we continue to drive the adoption of crypto across Europe.”

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PYMNTS

MARCH 18, 2019

The term “money laundering” is believed to have originated as a result of infamous Chicago gangster Al Capone’s habit of channeling criminally obtained funds through laundromats, as their cash-heavy nature made it more difficult for the right side of the law to detect such money mixed in among legitimate payments.

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Fintech Finance

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Compliance with sanction screening, anti-money laundering (AML) and fraud detection requirements, including Verification of Payee check, was identified as the top concern. Intix’s survey found that most banks are prioritising investments in risk and compliance to prepare for these upcoming changes.

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PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

Jumio , known for its suite of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered identity verification and online know your customer (KYC) products, is beefing up its anti-money laundering (AML) powers. The financial terms of Jumio ’s acquisition of Beam’s AML platform were not disclosed. The Palo Alto-based firm on Tuesday (Sept.

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PYMNTS

JUNE 26, 2019

Oracle is broadening availability of its Oracle Financial Services Anti-Money Laundering solution for smaller banks, the company said Tuesday (June 25). The firm’s AML Express solution supports affordable and straightforward compliance solutions to these smaller FIs.

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PYMNTS

MARCH 13, 2019

They must remain fully compliant with regulatory standards and combat fast-learning fraudsters while maintaining a frictionless customer experience. How AI is Adding to AML Tools and Techniques. For AML and other fraud protection tools, AI will take a leading role over the next few years.

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FICO

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

FICO’s Integrated AML Compliance Survey has revealed that while the vast majority of banks in more than 11 countries around the Asia Pacific region believe that AI will strengthen anti-money laundering efforts, many remain unsure how to operationalize the advanced technology. Key drivers of financial crime strategy.

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Seon

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) estimates that two to five percent of global GDP, approximately $2 trillion, is laundered annually. Compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) regulations is now a legal obligation. Your Partner in Payment Screening Protect your business and support your compliance efforts.

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FICO

OCTOBER 25, 2021

In the global fight against money laundering, every bank shares the same top-line challenge and bottom-line reality; anti-money laundering (AML) operations are essential in combatting financial crime—and a costly compliance commitment. billion in AML-related fines and penalties in 2020.

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Fintech News

MARCH 3, 2024

In her new role at FOMO Group , Cindy will be essential in advancing the company’s compliance infrastructure, ensuring adherence to the diverse regulatory landscapes of the jurisdictions in which the company operates. She has previously served as the Chief Control Officer at Bank J. Before her tenure at Bank J.

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PYMNTS

OCTOBER 16, 2019

Money laundering has always troubled financial institutions, but today’s digital banking system creates additional complexities as fraudsters around the world take advantage of financial technologies. The Cost of Compliance. When you look at your AML program as a strategic growth initiative, it shifts the whole playing field.

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FICO

FEBRUARY 13, 2020

5 Reasons Why AML is More Important Than Ever in 2019. Timothy Choon explains in his blog that, “while the nature of compliance and its raison d'être has not changed, its priority and position within an organization has changed.” Check out the top 5 fraud blog posts which garnered the most views in 2019.

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FICO

MAY 20, 2021

In my Financial Crimes Predictions 2021: More AI & Ransomware post , I talked about how banks will move to operationalize their Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance programs to achieve greater efficiencies and how robotic process automation (RPA) adoption will drive the paradigm shift.

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The Fintech Times

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Compliance with sanction screening, anti-money laundering ( AML ) and fraud detection requirements, including Verification of Payee checks, was identified as the top concern. Most banks are prioritising investments in risk and compliance to prepare for these upcoming changes.

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Neopay

JUNE 27, 2024

Many in financial services have been concerned that some elements of the FCA’s more stringent approach may not always be justified by reductions in financial crime and money laundering or consumer protection. Additionally, firms should stay updated on regulatory changes and developments in the payments industry.

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Payments Source

AUGUST 30, 2017

A data-driven approach to money laundering prevention can help increase profits and improve regulatory compliance, writes Edmund Tribue, risk and regulatory practice leader at NTT Data Services.

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PYMNTS

MAY 8, 2018

DMG Blockchain Solutions announced a new tool for crypto exchanges and enterprise payment platforms that facilitate cryptocurrency transactions aimed at enabling anti-money laundering (AML) and anti-fraud capabilities for users. Regulatory compliance for crypto exchanges is an emerging focus for industry players.

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Seon

JUNE 20, 2024

As industry players brace for implementing these regulations, the focus remains on balancing regulatory compliance with operational efficiency. European Fintechs Transitioning to Full-Service Financial Institutions One prominent theme at Money 20/20 was the significant evolution of European fintechs. Sign up here. Sources: 1.

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), over deficiencies that the OCC identified in the Bank Secrecy Act/Anti-Money Laundering (BSA/AML) compliance program. The office recently examined the branches for BSA/AML and Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctions compliance. On Wednesday (Feb.

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Stax

AUGUST 22, 2024

PayFacs handle risk assessment, underwriting, settling of funds, compliance, and chargebacks which exposes them to greater potential risks. Major risk factors for PayFacs include fraudulent transactions, merchant credit risk, regulatory compliance, and operational risks.

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Seon

JUNE 29, 2023

That means money laundering can account for anywhere between $800 billion and $2 trillion annually. Thankfully, much of the answer to this corrupt financial activity boils down to organizations ensuring that they carry out an anti-money laundering process called Know Your Transaction (KYT).

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FICO

DECEMBER 6, 2019

The 2018 FATF mutual evaluation report of UK anti money laundering (AML) practices highlights a problem that to many is still surprising – when you set up a business in the UK, very little is done to establish the identity of the owners of that business, whether those are individuals or other businesses.

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Neopay

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

As regulatory compliance continues to become more complex, having a robust monitoring plan in place is more important than ever. How does a Compliance Monitoring Plan help with keeping registrations and certifications up-to-date? Contact us today to learn more about how we can support your compliance needs.

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Fintech Finance

JANUARY 30, 2024

This helps firms subject to Money Laundering regulations bolster their AML 5 processes when onboarding customers by detecting accounts linked to financial crime.

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Seon

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

KYC onboarding is crucial: It is required by AML-obligated and/or fraud prevention-focused industries. By ensuring identity verification compliance, KYC onboarding increases an organization’s likelihood that it won’t waste its time dealing with illegitimate individuals. What Is the Relationship Between KYC Onboarding and AML?

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FICO

FEBRUARY 7, 2018

Meeting the separate AML compliance requirements of multiple countries can be a nightmare, not only because of differences in rules but differences in data sources. To meet this challenge, global fintech 4finance, based in the Baltics, turned to FICO, and their results earned them a FICO Decisions Award for regulatory compliance.

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Neopay

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Skilled person reviews are an integral component of the FCA’s regulatory toolkit, initiated to obtain an independent and expert assessment of a firm’s activities. These reviews play a crucial role in identifying potential risks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and safeguarding the integrity of financial markets.

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The Fintech Times

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

This approach not only improves compliance efficiency but also strengthens the institution’s ability to adapt swiftly in a dynamic regulatory landscape. Previously, the AML focus was primarily on conducting due diligence during the onboarding of new customers and periodically throughout the customer lifecycle.

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FICO

AUGUST 12, 2021

Financial Institutions’ compliance officers and teams should be concerned that Open Banking may render their existing AML/CTF and KYC compliance programs inadequate. AML experts are concerned about this model because TPPs can limit an FI’s visibility into how funds flow in and out of its systems and through the ecosystem.

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Segpay

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Money Laundering: The payments processed through the legitimate merchant’s system are used to launder money generated from illegal activities. Criminals try to launder their criminal money through the merchant’s accounts.

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