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Best Practices for a Successful BSA/AML Board Training

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Takeaway 3 Set an agenda for the BSA/AML board training, covering topics like board expectations and suspicious activity reports. Internal controls, independent testing, a designated BSA Officer, training, and customer due diligence: the current pillars of BSA/AML. Board Training. Creating a BSA/AML board training program.

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Fraud prevention and detection: Empowering clients through education

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Client fraud education to prevent banking losses Financial institutions play a crucial role in safeguarding customers and members from fraud. Fraud education is key. You might also like this infographic: 5 Fraud typologies impacting you and your customers or members. DOWNLOAD Takeaway 1 U.S.

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Avoiding AML compliance penalties – Tips from a former regulator

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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

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Assessing and preparing for staffing needs AML and fraud compliance is an essential obligation for financial institutions. Making plans in case of shortages and being proactive by cross-training employees can help. Here are several tips for keeping your AML program running smoothly when staffing needs arise.

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Ten qualities of a successful BSA officer

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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. This includes training staff on BSA/AML policies and fostering a culture of compliance.

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FinCEN AML/CTF Priorities Part 7: Fraud and COVID-19

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COVID-19 creates new opportunities for fraudsters Fraudsters have taken advantage of COVID-19-related fraud schemes with the influx of money from government stimulus and vulnerable individuals. Takeaway 1 COVID-19 has sparked new fraud schemes, and cyber-enabled fraud is on pace to reach new highs. Current State of Fraud.

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The Corporate Transparency Act in 2023: Beneficial ownership registry updates

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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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