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Why boosting your check fraud prevention is worth the effort

Abrigo

4 Reasons better check fraud prevention is a good investment Check fraud is on the rise. Learn how you can save time and money in the long run by updating check fraud prevention capabilities today. Takeaway 2 Community banks may face challenges seeking reimbursement for breach of warranty claims filed with other FIs.

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How community banks can address cybercrime

Independent Banker

Fraud and cyber attacks are on the rise, and at great expense to the industry. Community banks have a choice about addressing the problem: Remain vulnerable or be vigilant. Here are some ideas for strengthening fraud defenses. Fraud and cybercrimes continue to increase, causing challenges for community banks.

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How to prepare for FedNow: 5 Steps for your financial institution

Abrigo

Fraud detection and AML systems: Ensure these systems are integrated and operational at your institution to stay on top of financial crime. Fraud prevention: Procedures to detect and prevent account opening fraud. Institutions can connect to FedNow through their core systems or other service providers.

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Brad M. Bolton: Protect customers against fraud

Independent Banker

When it comes to fraud, you don’t know what you don’t know, and what you don’t know can greatly influence your bottom line. But the effects of fraud are felt far beyond budgetary impact; our reputations are at risk. Fortunately, this work arms us with fraud prevention expertise. Cybersecurity tips for community banks.

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7 Fraud and AML compliance reports for bank boards and credit unions

Abrigo

Share these reports on AML activities to inform directors Reporting to the board on AML and fraud compliance is an essential obligation. Takeaway 3 Recommended reports on AML and fraud metrics for the board include those on high-risk customers and trends on types of fraud and suspicious activity seen.

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AI and generative AI use cases in banking: 6 real-world examples

Abrigo

How banks and credit unions use genAI today Short supporting copy. You might also like this webinar, "The check's in the mail: Understanding and preventing check fraud." Many financial institutions have been using artificial intelligence (AI) for years, particularly in supporting cybersecurity and anti-fraud efforts.

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Ways to detect and prevent money mules

Independent Banker

The number of money mule schemes affecting community banks is increasing, in part because of the pandemic. Here’s how two community banks are protecting their customers from falling victim to fraud. More and more community banks are having to deal with money mule schemes targeting unsuspecting customers.