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Understanding AML Compliance in the Banking Sector

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A cornerstone of this mission is the concept of “AML,” or “Anti-Money Laundering” protocols. But, what does AML entail? Why is it non-negotiable for financial institutions across the globe, and how can you ensure that your institution is compliant with all AML procedures? Assessment of each customer’s risk profile.

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MUFG Bank Enters Consent Order With OCC Over AML Compliance

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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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Payment Screening: What Is It, How It Works and Its Importance

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Compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) regulations is now a legal obligation. Payment screening helps ensure transactions comply with AML laws and international sanctions, protecting financial institutions, fintechs, payment providers, and igaming companies from fines and legal issues.

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High-Risk Source of Application: How to Detect and Manage Them

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For instance, an Iranian or Russian IP may be flagged by automated AML systems. Other regions sanctioned by OFAC include: Balkans Belarus Burma Central African Republic Ethiopia Iraq Lebanon Venezuela Yemen Zimbabwe Organizations may have their own list of high-risk countries. Which Countries Are Classified as High-Risk Sources?

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Financial Crime: Technology can Transform Compliance

FICO

By combining advanced AML analytics in scoring processes and robotics in alert and case handling you tremendously improve efficiency and effectiveness in compliance. Our Anti-Financial Crime solutions suite consistently follows the risk-based approach according to FATF and supports the compliance process with integrated modules.

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Financial Crime Predictions 2021: More AI & Ransomware

FICO

Newly regulated areas such as digital assets and cryptocurrency businesses will likely undergo increased scrutiny (as companies transacting in digital assets are not exempt from AML requirements). The final rule extending AML regulatory requirements to banks lacking a federal functional regulator is just one such example.