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Key Components of a Strong Sanctions Compliance Program

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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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The AMLA and a Culture of Compliance – More Critical Than Ever

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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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Take a risk-based approach to compliance management

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Senior executives at financial services institutions have expressed the need for a stronger link between compliance and risk as stories of improper conduct and regulatory require­ments for AML, sanctions, customer fairness, data protection and privacy continue to dominate the business headlines. Key elements of an effective GRC program.

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Big Tech Compliance Tracker: EU Prepares To Propose New Big Tech Regulations; Turkey Fines Big Tech Platforms $1.18M

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Regulation. EU Gears Up To Propose New Big Tech Regulations. The Digital Services Act is forecast to revamp content management on platforms such as Facebook and Google. Australian Regulator Looks Into Merger Law Changes.

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GRC is front and center at IBM Think 2019

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Many financial services organizations are struggling to manage their risk and compliance exposure in the face of ever-increasing challenges. Massive volumes of regulations are being developed across global financial market segments. Vivek Bajaj, IBM Watson Financial Services Vice President, speaking at Think 2019.

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Fidor: How Cloud-Based Banking Helps With Compliance

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Consumers pivoting to online banking are also more concerned over the privacy and security of their data, especially as fraud volumes creep up —and financial regulators are taking notice. It is therefore essential to have tools in place that can help manage this influx of mainly digital customers. Around The Cloud Banking World.

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OFAC Symposium 2019 – Maximum Pressure and Who’s Feeling It

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The Office of Foreign Assets Control ( OFAC ) hosts an annual symposium to provide updates on compliance requirements, sanctions activity, and enforcement efforts. Business owners and compliance professionals need to remain vigilant about potential risks and report suspicious activity to OFAC and pertinent agencies.