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

Abrigo

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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Mastercard General Counsel Tapped To Chair National Urban League

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The world of payments has provided a new leader to the National Urban League. Murphy was elected to the post during the National Urban League’s Board of Trustees quarterly meeting in New York City. His job includes oversight of the payment card network’s legal affairs, public policy, corporate governance and compliance. “He

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Hot Topics: How to Prepare for Your Next BSA Exam

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The following six areas are critical when developing your exam planning: BSA/OFAC Policy integration. Are procedures in line with BSA Policy requirements? Does it include or have a separate OFAC Policy? Does it address a “culture of compliance”? Culture of compliance. Clearly defined procedures. Calibration.

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FinCEN and OCC address cryptocurrency: responsible innovation and pervasive hype

CFPB Monitor

On May 19, 2022, the Associate Director of the Enforcement and Compliance Division of the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”), Alessio Evangelista, spoke at the Chainalysis Links Conference in New York City on the topic of “The Intersection of Cryptocurrencies and National Security.”

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CFPB Office of Servicemember Affairs issues 2020 Annual Report

CFPB Monitor

The program is free and available for use by all military personnel, including National Guard and Reserve members. Looking ahead to 2021, the Report outlines the CFPB’s priorities, none of which are a surprise, as they are similar to the broader policy initiatives outlined by the CFPB’s new leadership.

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Congress votes unanimously to extend SCRA one-year foreclosure protection period

CFPB Monitor

The CFPB has made SCRA compliance a priority issue. Servicemembers returning from active duty often need time to regain their financial footing, particularly those in the National Guard and Reserves who give up their full-time jobs to fight for our freedom. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse proposed S.2404 Whitehouse in a press release.

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CFPB’s Taskforce on Federal Consumer Financial Law releases report

CFPB Monitor

The Taskforce was charged with examining the existing legal and regulatory environment for consumers and financial services providers and making recommendations to the Bureau’s leadership for improving consumer financial laws and regulations. The report consists of two volumes. Enforcement.

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