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Avoiding AML compliance penalties – Tips from a former regulator

Abrigo

Regulators take risk seriously, and knowing just how much risk your institution can take while remaining compliant is essential. The credit union was not reviewing 314(a) requests, not conducting independent testing, and could not provide regulators with a meaningful risk assessment. This does not make for a safe and sound institution.

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6 ways to safeguard your AML program against surprise staffing needs

Abrigo

Assessing and preparing for staffing needs AML and fraud compliance is an essential obligation for financial institutions. By performing a thorough staffing assessment of your AML and fraud teams, you understand the resource needs to meet all quality and regulatory expectations.

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Ten qualities of a successful BSA officer

Abrigo

AML Compliance Ten qualities of a successful BSA officer Hiring a Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) Officer for a financial institution involves looking for a unique experience level and skillset that ensures compliance with the BSA and related regulations. You might also like this webinar , "Pros and cons of combining BSA and fraud departments."

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Mastercard: Using AI To Cure Healthcare’s $240B Fraud, Waste And Abuse Problem

PYMNTS

Instead, she noted, an estimated $240 billion is going out the door to fraud, waste and abuse (FWA). From those manual reviews, these highly experienced investigators create rules, monitor suspicious activity and collaborate with law enforcement to mitigate fraud in the system, she continued. Modifying the System.

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Federal Reserve Issues Supervisory Letter on Crypto Activities for Banks

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Consumer protection – Concern for the consumer was emphasized throughout the letter as the FRB highlighted risks to the public due to price volatility, misinformation, fraud, as well as the outright loss or even theft of assets. The letter highlighted mandatory compliance with the following federal regulations: The Bank Holding Company Act.

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The Corporate Transparency Act in 2023: Beneficial ownership registry updates

Abrigo

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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Expected changes at CFPB under new leadership highlighted in Ballard Spahr webinar

CFPB Monitor

The webinar looked at the changes that the CFPB is likely to undergo under the leadership of Messrs. Mr. Cordray expects Mr. Uejio to put the CFPB on a path that is more in line with the agency’s vision for carrying out its mission that prevailed under Mr. Cordray’s leadership.