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Ten qualities of a successful BSA officer

Abrigo

Watch webinar Takeaway 1 BSA Officers are the frontline defenders against financial crimes in banking institutions, and hiring the proper skill set for each BSA position is critical. Takeaway 2 The role of a BSA Officer is complex and multifaceted, and financial institutions need individuals who are the same.

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SAFE Banking Act returns to Congress: Is safe harbor for cannabis banking on the horizon?

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The SAFE Banking Act could bridge the state and federal cannabis banking gap Read more for the legislation's history and how it benefits financial institutions looking to profitably bank CRBs. The SAFE Banking Act hit a wall in Congress last year after lawmakers excluded it from a $1.7 trillion government funding bill.

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New York Department of Financial Services settles enforcement action with community bank over auto dealer fair lending allegations

CFPB Monitor

Following up on a threat it made back in 2018 , the New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) announced on October 6, 2022 that it entered into a consent order with Rhinebeck Bank (“Rhinebeck”) to settle discrimination claims involving discretionary dealer markups on retail installment contracts with minority borrowers.

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B2B FinTech Tackles The Nuanced Challenges Of Marijuana — Beyond Banking

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” Beyond Banking Struggles. Henderson’s remarks, and the launch of the commodity trading desk itself, shed light on the industry risks that continue to face the market, even in the wake of legalization, and that go beyond the struggle to access banking services.

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FedNow implementation: What fraud and AML professionals need to know

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How offering FedNow instant payments affects fraud & AML/CFT compliance What financial crime staff can do to prepare fraud and AML functions for implementing the FedNow Service for instant payments. Would you like other articles on fraud and AML/CFT compliance in your inbox? Instant payments service What is FedNow?

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Regulation II Expanded to Require Two Unaffiliated Networks on Card Not Present Transactions

CFPB Monitor

Federal Reserve Governor Bowman voted against the rule stating: “During the public comment process, community banks raised substantial concerns with the proposal. See the banking industry group February 1, 2022 letter to the Federal Reserve on behalf of the community banks.

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Groups Call On Congress To Use Bank Secrecy Act For Crypto Regs

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Some VASPs are regulated as money transmitters under the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) while others escape regulation, said David Murray, FIN’s vice president for product development and services. The testimony also suggested that transparency of retail and other consumer payments improve. financial system.

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