Abrigo

AUGUST 27, 2020

Regulators have determined there are five top hot topics that institutions should expect during their next exam. Additionally, FinCEN has released three recent COVID-19 related fraud advisories and red flags, and a regulatory joint statement regarding customer due diligence on Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs). Learn more.

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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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Perficient

JANUARY 16, 2024

Regularly review and update policies annually to ensure compliance with current rules and regulations. Implement a check and balance or send policies/procedures through a multi-business review approach to confirm documentation updates and adherence to current rules and regulations.

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Abrigo

JANUARY 14, 2021

How Institutions Can Avoid Fraud Surprises in the Next Round of the PPP BSA and fraud professionals saw a spike in PPP fraud during the first two rounds of funding. How can they be better prepared to prevent fraud in this next round? Stopping PPP Fraud in New Round of Funding. PPP Fraud Spikes.

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Abrigo

AUGUST 31, 2023

Teaching staff these KYC tips to make clients feel more comfortable In 2023, KYC procedures must both support CDD compliance and make sure your institution is a welcoming place for all customers. You might also like this resource, "Customer due diligence checklist." Miss” and thus alienating nonbinary customers.

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Abrigo

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

FinCEN provides guidance on Cyber Fraud What can financial institutions do to prevent and detect cyber fraud? You might also like this blog on FinCEN's AML/CTF priorities on cyber fraud. Takeaway 3 The FinCEN releases also focus on money mule schemes and imposter fraud, both increasing due to the pandemic. .

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PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

Reducing fees for remittances might push price points low enough that more consumers could resume sending money home, though, and some researchers believe that money transfer service providers could make such price adjustments if they are able to reduce their own expenses through more robust and cost-effective regulatory compliance measures. .

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

Tightening regulations have introduced loftier compliance burdens to global supply chains, made even more complex and challenging as companies do business with thousands of vendors across borders. The burden of regulatory compliance came to a head in the U.S. regulations, even if a vendor is not in the U.S.

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PYMNTS

JUNE 11, 2020

Social distancing restrictions implemented to curb the virus’s spread are preventing compliance professionals from obtaining physical identification documents and holding in-person meetings that typically enforced anti-money laundering/know your customer (AML/KYC) compliance. Compliance Enforcement Goes Remote With Biometrics.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Well-documented adjustments will please regulators. Another essential benefit is documentation for auditors and examiners. The documentation generated during ATL/BTL testing is a valuable resource during regulatory examinations and audits. Either way, shoring up your documentation is crucial.

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Perficient

APRIL 2, 2021

Finally, views are sought for compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including those related to consumer protection. fraud detection and financial crime monitoring). email, text, audio data), with the aim of identifying fraud or anomalous transactions. Cybersecurity.

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Abrigo

MAY 8, 2024

You might also like this webinar, "The check's in the mail: Understanding and preventing check fraud." Takeaway 3 Regulators are closely watching expanded uses of AI and generative artificial intelligence. Another reason for reluctance about generative AI is the highly regulated nature of banking. Introduce key takeaway below.

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Abrigo

JANUARY 3, 2024

Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) recently issued a new regulation on the requirements, including how AML staff will access the information through a new federal beneficial ownership information (BOI) registry. This is in line with the current CDD regulations. Effective Jan. More is expected on this later.

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Perficient

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

As new regulations come into play, embedded lending is becoming increasingly prevalent, highlighting the need for banks to leverage data analytics and automation effectively while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Debt Collections During times of financial difficulty, considered customer communications are essential.

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Abrigo

JUNE 13, 2022

Elder fraud prevention and education Learn strategies for recognizing and reporting elder fraud and exploitation. . Takeaway 1 Elder abuse, exploitation and fraud continue to rise as the baby boomer generation ages. Takeaway 3 Education and reporting are key to preventing this type of fraud, so know your state's policies. .

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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. The COVID-19 pandemic has substantially increased the need for fraud detection across the country, with hard dollar losses keeping financial organizations on their toes.

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Abrigo

AUGUST 19, 2020

Key Takeaways COVID-19-related fraud are not new typologies; they just have a new spin. Adjusting your velocity scenarios can help detect money mule scams and check fraud. . COVID-19-related fraud schemes are escalating at an alarming rate. How can your transaction monitoring system detect trending COVID-19 related fraud?

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Abrigo

JANUARY 3, 2022

Have you combined your BSA & Fraud Departments, or are you considering it? Takeaway 3 Reviewing documentation tied to investigations is an essential component of AML quality control. Ensure Compliance. AML quality control is particularly essential as more financial institutions combine AML/BSA and fraud programs.

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Abrigo

AUGUST 7, 2023

Assessing and preparing for staffing needs AML and fraud compliance is an essential obligation for financial institutions. Safeguarding the integrity and effectiveness of a financial institution’s anti-money laundering (AML) program is paramount to ensuring regulatory compliance and detecting illicit activity.

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Abrigo

AUGUST 19, 2020

Key Takeaways BSA officers need to stay aware of emerging fraud trends that are a result of the pandemic. Consider a risk-based lookback for your PPP portfolio to fight fraud. COVID-19-related fraud schemes are escalating at an alarming rate. How can your transaction monitoring system detect trending COVID-19 related fraud?

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Abrigo

AUGUST 19, 2022

You might also like this webinar, "Balancing compliance risk & reward with high-risk businesses." Takeaway 1 Regulators recently reminded financial institutions to have risk-based customer due diligence ( CDD ). Takeaway 3 BSA Officers should carefully document each customer risk review. Regulatory reminder. Record-keeping.

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

You might also like this webinar: "Detecting PPP Fraud: Optimizing Your AML Solution". Takeaway 1 To prevent the kind of fraud that plagued the Paycheck Protection Program in 2020, the SBA has put new measures in place that have created challenges. PPP fraud-prevention challenges arise. New Guidance Out. mail, Craig said.

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Keep leadership informed on AML/CFT trends to ensure a strong culture of compliance at your financial institution. Introduction Corporate Transparency Act guidance FinCrime professionals have been on high alert for new regulations since the Anti-Money Laundering Act of 2020 (AMLA) was signed into law, but updates have been slow to arrive.

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Abrigo

JUNE 2, 2021

This document was also written for examiners and recognizes the exam burden for financial institutions. The guidance emphasizes a risk-focused approach to examinations and refocuses the regulators to scope each exam according to the unique financial institution, not to use a one-size-fits-all approach. Culture of compliance.

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Develop your risk assessment with the AML/CFT priorities in mind Evaluating each FinCEN priority and addressing them in your financial institution's risk assessment is key to compliance. Fraud - Fraud is believed to be the largest generator of proceeds for criminals in the U.S. or internationally.

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Abrigo

JUNE 10, 2020

Adequately staffed and risk-focused AML resources with good documentation are critical. LaFontaine failed to take sufficient action when presented with significant AML program deficiencies in the Bank’s SAR-monitoring system and the number of staff to fulfill the AML compliance role by his AMLO [AML Officer],” the document said.

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Abrigo

MARCH 24, 2023

READ Takeaway 1 Documentation is one of the most critical aspects of performing a risk assessment. Step one Document the BSA/AML risk assessment Documentation is one of the more critical aspects of performing a risk assessment. The credit union’s risk analysis can only be adequately supported with supporting documents.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 17, 2021

Takeaway 1 Strengthen your financial institution's culture of compliance through a staffing assessment. Adequate staffing is crucial for areas with high regulatory scrutiny , such as the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA)/Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and fraud functions. Would you like other articles like this in your inbox? Be Prepared.

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Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

In an economic and regulatory environment where compliance resources and budgets are stretched thin, financial institutions must carefully evaluate their priorities when it comes to their BSA/AML program. Get more BSA training on the latest fraud trends with this webinar. Risk-based approach. Watch Webinar. Sophisticated measures.

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Independent Banker

SEPTEMBER 25, 2014

This is particularly true for community banks preparing to undergo their next regulatory safety and soundness or compliance examination. The better prepared, the less likely they are to run afoul of the continually shifting regulations. Here are several timely suggestions to consider based on recent regulatory trends they see.

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PYMNTS

MARCH 11, 2020

Regulators are passing stricter policies, as well as cracking down on anti-money laundering (AML), Know Your Customer (KYC) and sanctions noncompliance. FIs in the United Arab Emirates are also looking to get ahead of fraud with improved digital KYC practices. Taking A Local Approach To Fighting Money Laundering, Fraud Worldwide.

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PYMNTS

APRIL 16, 2019

A German markets regulator has filed a complaint with prosecutors alleging that shares of Wirecard were manipulated by someone who potentially had prior knowledge of a forthcoming damaging article written by the Financial Times , according to Reuters. . Wirecard’s stocks fell after the Jan.

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Abrigo

AUGUST 18, 2020

Key Takeaways BSA officers need to stay aware of emerging fraud trends that are a result of the pandemic. Consider a risk-based lookback for your PPP portfolio to fight fraud. Be aware of emerging fraud schemes. Any time there is a large-scale , global issue, you can expect to see a rise in fraud, and COVID-19 is no different.

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Insights on Business

MAY 6, 2019

Payment fraud detection has always had a bit more latitude than its counterparts in anti-money laundering, customer due diligence and even trade surveillance compliance. It is obviously in the best interest of an institution, and its customers, to catch as much fraud as possible. Why does model governance matter for fraud?

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 30, 2019

Institutions must create a strong culture of compliance. Creating a Culture of Compliance. One of the more important takeaways from 2019 is that all institutions, regardless of size or risk profile, must have a strong culture of compliance, as directed by FinCEN’s advisory in 2014. Looking back to strengthen your BSA program.

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Abrigo

AUGUST 18, 2020

Key Takeaways BSA officers need to stay aware of emerging fraud trends that are a result of the pandemic. Consider a risk-based lookback for your PPP portfolio to fight fraud. Be aware of emerging fraud schemes. Any time there is a large-scale , global issue, you can expect to see a rise in fraud, and COVID-19 is no different.

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Abrigo

JANUARY 17, 2024

Look into wires to and from foreign countries more skeptically,” said Terri Luttrell, Director of Compliance and Engagement at Abrigo. “A Perhaps a couple comes in to open a bank account or a line of credit in a woman’s name, but her partner controls and hands over all her personal documents.

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