Abrigo

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Most-read blogs on financial crime in 2022 Synthetic ID fraud, AML quality control, and SAR writing topics were among Abrigo's top blogs on AML/CFT and fraud this year. . Takeaway 1 AML/CFT and fraud professionals often keep up to date on industry trends by reading Abrigo's blog. The blogs your FinCrime peers are reading.

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Abrigo

JUNE 4, 2023

The consequences of noncompliance While pulling back on AML compliance spending is tempting, it is especially important today that financial institutions have a robust AML program. Takeaway 2 Recent cases have shown that now is not the time to let up the gas on AML compliance. BSA enforcement actions are on the rise. When the U.S.

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Abrigo

JUNE 14, 2021

Create an effective sanctions program Considering the current economic and political environment, it is crucial that financial institutions maintain a strong sanctions compliance program (SCP). Takeaway 1 OFAC has issued new guidance on the essential components of a strong compliance program. learn more.

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

What NBFIs Should Know About Their AML Programs NBFI AML compliance requirements are top of mind in today's regulatory environment. Takeaway 2 NBFIs should ensure their AML programs are sound and pass the scrutiny of FinCEN and their primary regulators. NBFIs’ AML compliance requirements. DOWNLOAD . Competing with Banks.

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Perficient

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

This blog was co-authored by Perficient Risk and Regulatory CoE Member: Alicia Lawrence Perficient’s Risk and Regulatory Center of Excellence (CoE) remains at the forefront of evolving financial rules and regulations, ensuring readiness to tackle emerging challenges and safeguard financial institutions and its customers.

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Perficient

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

This blog was co-authored by Perficient Risk and Regulatory CoE Member: Alicia Lawrence The announcement of significant amendments to the New York State Department of Financial Services (NYSDFS) regulations on December 1, 2023, represents a pivotal moment for entities operating within New York’s financial sector.

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Abrigo

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Top 5 CECL best practices and their benefits Now that CECL is implemented, follow these recommendations for ongoing management to provide confidence and be more efficient. WATCH Takeaway 1 How can you ensure ongoing compliance and efficient management of the allowance for credit losses? Some tried and true practices can help.

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Perficient

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

This blog was co-authored by Carl Aridas and Joel Thimsen. In the dynamic environment of highly regulated industries like healthcare and financial services, leaders often balance competing goals to delight customers while cutting costs. Build a reliable risk management strategy using accurate estimations and predictions.

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Abrigo

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Consumer Lending Laws & Compliance Financial institutions offering consumer loans need to know about these major consumer lending laws and recent compliance issues. Takeaway 1 Risk tied to consumer lending compliance has been elevated as a result of the pandemic and associated operating challenges. Pandemic Issues.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 5, 2023

AML Compliance Ten qualities of a successful BSA officer Hiring a Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) Officer for a financial institution involves looking for a unique experience level and skillset that ensures compliance with the BSA and related regulations.

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Abrigo

JUNE 28, 2023

Share these reports on AML activities to inform directors Reporting to the board on AML and fraud compliance is an essential obligation. Why regular reports matter Board reporting on AML compliance activities BSA Officers have a lot of responsibilities. Reporting should represent the risk-based approach to AML/CFT compliance.

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Perficient

JANUARY 16, 2024

This blog, the first in a series by Perficient’s Risk and Regulatory Center of Excellence (CoE), provides actionable measures your company can adopt to safeguard against senior-level embezzlement risks and maintain the integrity of your institution’s financial transactions.

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Abrigo

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Culture of compliance is crucial to BSA/AML programs Culture of compliance within the BSA/AML framework is not new and was first introduced by FinCEN in 2014. Takeaway 2 Poor culture of compliance will result in shortcomings in a financial institution's BSA/AML program. A strong culture of compliance is crucial.

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Perficient

JUNE 5, 2020

Secure software practices are at the heart of all system development; doubly so for highly regulated industries such as health-care providers. As a best-practice it is recommended to adopt automation of certain security audits, integration of compliance oversight into key development process areas (e.g. Secrets Management.

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Perficient

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Manage third-party risks, especially for relationships involving higher-risk or critical activities. . * * Note that the AML Act of 2020 requires the issuance of changes to the Customer Due Diligence and Beneficial Ownership Rule.

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Abrigo

MAY 20, 2022

Meet Model Risk Management Expectations Updates to the FDIC Risk Management Manual should steer institutions toward a model that manages risk and drives growth. Takeaway 1 Aside from meeting examiner expectations, proper model risk management can protect your institution from unnecessary risk. . FDIC Update.

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Cisco

JANUARY 24, 2023

The prior blogs in this series, listed at the bottom, have discussed the various regulations affecting CIOs and their IT organizations. The purpose of this blog is to discuss a few ways in which tooling and automation capabilities can be used to satisfy the asset management requirements of the FFIEC Operations Guide.

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

WATCH NOW Takeaway 1 Reduce stress and mitigate financial and compliance impacts Takeaway 2 AML employee succession plans should be “living” documents. Planning now will mitigate the compliance risk from turnover and reduce stress for you and your AML program during times of change. What tasks are required per regulations?

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Abrigo

AUGUST 27, 2020

Regulators have determined there are five top hot topics that institutions should expect during their next exam. Early communication with your regulator is key to understanding the struggles and successes of managing a BSA/AML program during a global pandemic. 5 Things Regulators Will Look For In Your Next Exam.

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Abrigo

AUGUST 27, 2020

Regulators have determined there are five top hot topics that institutions should expect during their next exam. Early communication with your regulator is key to understanding the struggles and successes of managing a BSA/AML program during a global pandemic. 5 Things Regulators Will Look For In Your Next Exam.

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Perficient

DECEMBER 22, 2023

This blog was co-authored by: Ashley Simmons In conversations with financial services executives, Perficient consultants consistently delve into the application and usage of artificial intelligence (AI) within the industry. A pivotal aspect of this conversation revolves around the regulatory perspective toward AI.

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Fortify your credit risk management framework How to prepare your organization for scrutiny of its credit risk management practices during your next exam or review. . You might also like this whitepaper, "Stress Testing: Managing Capital Levels and Credit Risk." So how can banks help customers keep up in uncertain markets?

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Advice from a former credit union BSA Officer A former compliance officer offers considerations for creating a successful and compliant AML program at your credit union. Watch webinar Takeaway 1 Recent FinCEN consent orders show that weak compliance programs are coming under more scrutiny, especially at gap institutions.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Aside from formal training, one way that banks and credit unions can ensure staff are attuned to the latest regulations and best practices is by routinely sharing lending and credit risk resources. The most popular resource on lending and credit topics in 2023 was this checklist to help prepare for compliance.

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Advice from a former credit union BSA Officer A former compliance officer offers considerations for creating a successful and compliant AML program at your credit union. Watch webinar Takeaway 1 Recent FinCEN consent orders show that weak compliance programs are coming under more scrutiny, especially at gap institutions.

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Perficient

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

This being the first blog post in a series of blogs by Perficient’s Financial Services Risk Management and Regulatory Capabilities Center of Excellence (CoE), we will be investigating the deposit structures of non-client banks over time.

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Perficient

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Perficient covered a well-researched Fed paper on this topic here – NY Federal Reserve Evaluates Stablecoin Frameworks – Perficient Blogs. The letter highlighted mandatory compliance with the following federal regulations: The Bank Holding Company Act. Compliance risk (including, but not limited to, compliance with.

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Abrigo

JANUARY 22, 2024

These tips can help ensure compliance while improving your offerings. Takeaway 2 Examiners' focus is on risk management related to products and services , especially those involving complex technologies like AI. A proactive approach to risk management involves continuous monitoring and adjustment. billion globally last year.

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Gonzobanker

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Well, Gonzobankers, the smart, idealist and self-declared revolutionary crypto kids just bought themselves a future of regulation — intricate, overbearing, and frustrating regulation, and regulation that the market will now demand. Welcome to adulthood, y’all. Wonderful” O’ Leary, and of course Tom and Gisele. What’s Next?

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

In this blog post, we will delve into the strategies and policies credit unions can adopt to ensure the success and profitability of their MBL programs. A measured approach allows management to incrementally assemble the resources and expertise to implement a comprehensive program without subjecting the credit union to unnecessary risks.

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Perficient

APRIL 18, 2024

Open banking transforms the way financial data is shared and accessed, allowing third-party data providers and other banks to access financial data in traditional banking systems through application programming interfaces (APIs). Traditionally, banks hoarded financial data, sharing it sparingly on a need-to-know basis.

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Abrigo

APRIL 27, 2020

The Exam Manual was originally intended to provide instructions to examiners when assessing the adequacy of a financial institution’s BSA/AML compliance program when it was first published in 2005. BSA program management is not a “one size fits all”. Any change to the BSA/AML process is yet to be determined. Artificial Intelligence.

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Abrigo

JANUARY 30, 2024

REGISTER Takeaway 1 Banking and compliance professionals rely on ThinkBIG to elevate their understanding of industry shifts and regulatory pressures. Banking and compliance professionals rely on the annual conference to elevate their understanding of industry shifts and regulatory pressures that hammer them daily.

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Abrigo

JANUARY 24, 2024

Realistically assess your organization before taking on another institution with the following questions: Does your staff have the bandwidth to manage a bigger or more complex organization? Find out what auditors and regulators will be looking for as it relates to CECL.

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CFPB Monitor

MAY 3, 2022

Ultimately, regulated entities must have “policies, processes, and procedures to assess counterparty exposure for virtual currency funds transfers[.]”. Documentation should describe case management and escalation processes, and should focus, among other things, on the customer’s source of funds. As we have blogged, U.S.

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Abrigo

MAY 9, 2022

Best Practices for Third-Party BSA/AML Assistance Collaborating with a third-party BSA/AML vendor can save time and money when it comes to sanctions compliance. A recent and notable consent order shows the dangers of turning to an unqualified or inept third-party institution to perform some or all BSA/AML duties to meet regulations.

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Cisco

MAY 24, 2022

This week we welcome Marc Gilman , General Counsel and VP of Compliance at Theta Lake for a Q&A on a key topic for compliance, operational risk, and security leaders – ensuring that robust controls are in place for regulatory, cybersecurity, and privacy of collaboration platforms.

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