Abrigo

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Fraud trends for financial institutions to watch for in 2023 Financial institutions should not expect a slowdown of any of 2022’s fraud trends. Takeaway 2 A worsening economy increases pressure to commit fraud, provides opportunities to commit fraud, and can be used as an excuse by criminals to rationalize their actions.

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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 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

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. Ongoing changes help.

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Abrigo

JULY 10, 2020

Community banks and credit unions partnered with their communities to help families and businesses through these unprecedented times , causing spikes in consumer fraud that must be faced head on. According to the new advisory , t wo fraud typologies are trending: imposter scams and money mule schemes. Member Business Lending.

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Abrigo

MAY 15, 2020

Key Takeaways Like other federal relief programs, the PPP has become subject to fraud. The first federal charges of PPP loan fraud have been made – and they're unlikely to be the last. From 9/11 to Hurricane Sandy, and now, during COVID-19, federal relief funds aimed to help people rebuild after a disaster becomes subject to fraud.

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Abrigo

JULY 27, 2023

Would you like other articles on fraud and AML/CFT compliance in your inbox? Of course, banks and credit unions are highly regulated industries, and this is increasing. They must not only comply with regulations aimed at protecting the safety of the FI but also those protecting the customers/members.

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Abrigo

JULY 27, 2023

Would you like other articles on fraud and AML/CFT compliance in your inbox? Of course, banks and credit unions are highly regulated industries, and this is increasing. They must not only comply with regulations aimed at protecting the safety of the FI but also those protecting the customers/members.

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PYMNTS

JULY 27, 2018

watchdog in charge of investor oversight proposed tough new regulations regarding peer-to-peer (P2P) lending platforms, in a bid to help consumers wade through the new landscape, according to a report by Reuters. has also sought clarity on regulations as a means to better compete against established banks.

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PYMNTS

MARCH 20, 2020

FinTechs continue to push the envelope to see how far open banking frameworks can go in improving the SMB banking experience, and increasingly, SMB lending is shifting to the center of these collaborative efforts. “Regulation around open banking has certainly been of great benefit to businesses in the U.K., In the U.K.,

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Abrigo

JANUARY 30, 2024

This year’s conference will feature industry experts, financial institution peers, BSA/AML professionals, CPAs, law enforcement, auditors, and regulators selected especially for their expertise and timely knowledge. The Fighting Financial Crime track will focus on BSA compliance, anti-money-laundering (AML), and fraud detection topics.

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Takeaway 2 Participation in BaaS models, staffing changes, poor training, and failure to reassess policies post-pandemic are risk factors for credit unions Takeaway 3 Compliance officers should always be thinking about how BSA, AML, and fraud concerns impact their credit union and , ultimately , their members. FinCEN assessed a $1.5

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Abrigo

JUNE 12, 2020

Key Takeaways The soon-to-begin Main Street Lending Program (MSLP) aims to fulfill a need for mid-sized businesses to access relief funds amid the coronavirus pandemic. The MSLP aims to be a lifeline for businesses that may have been too big to participate in the PPP, but too small to access corporate lending facilities. learn more.

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Abrigo

JUNE 18, 2020

Key Takeaways The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) has been a critical foothold for community financial institutions seeking to obtain and diversify business lending relationships. PPP opens the door for new business lending relationships. Reimagining branches post-pandemic to support business lending. learn more.

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PYMNTS

MARCH 7, 2019

Merchants and customers are now transacting under PSD2 and GDPR in the European Union (EU) — regulations that allow a greater window into how customer data is being used. While these regulations are aimed at increasing consumer trust by allowing them more transparency, many consumers in the region are still adjusting.

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PYMNTS

MAY 12, 2020

The process was chaotic for the lenders, too, creating greater potential for fraud amid an unprecedented SMB stimulus effort. As regulators issue warnings to the lending community about the potential for such fraud, banks and FinTechs are on high alert. Only days ago, the first case confirmed these expectations.

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Takeaway 2 Participation in BaaS models, staffing changes, poor training, and failure to reassess policies post-pandemic are risk factors for credit unions Takeaway 3 Compliance officers should always be thinking about how BSA, AML, and fraud concerns impact their credit union and , ultimately , their members. FinCEN assessed a $1.5

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Perficient

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Banking institutions are responding by integrating advanced technologies, particularly artificial intelligence and data analytics, into their lending operations to enhance efficiency and adaptability. Facilitation of embedded lending while ensuring compliance: Embedded finance initiatives must adhere to regulatory requirements.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 5, 2023

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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Abrigo

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Why change management is vital for banks and credit unions Regulators promote change management to manage risk, but banks and credit unions can also achieve important benefits when they manage change. This article describes recent comments by financial regulators about managing change.

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PYMNTS

MAY 8, 2019

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is eyeing tighter scrutiny of small business lending practices as Commissioner Rohit Chopra calls on the regulator to combat predatory SMB loan contracts, reports in Bloomberg said on Wednesday (May 8). Chopra spoke at an agency forum in Washington, D.C.,

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PYMNTS

AUGUST 6, 2018

China has ordered a lockdown of Beijing’s financial district Monday (August 6) to prevent individuals from protesting a crisis in the peer-to-peer (P2P) lending marketplace. Leading up to the police action, investors have been withdrawing funds from P2P lending platforms amid a wave of defaults across the industry in China.

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PYMNTS

OCTOBER 31, 2019

Shanghai regulators are ordering more than 40 peer-to-peer (P2P) lenders to get ready to close shop, the Financial Times (FT) reported on Thursday (Oct. P2P lending fell under scrutiny when President Xi Jinping starting cracking down on financial risk. Scandals also turned a negative spotlight on the P2P sector.

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Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Adapt to a dynamic banking environment with real-time lending & credit data Lender dashboards and reports showing the lending pipeline, pricing trends, emerging risks, workflow bottlenecks, etc. Ironically, data for making lending and credit decisions for the financial institution can also be one of the toughest assets to harness.

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PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

challenger bank Metro Bank, the financial institution is reportedly looking to reduce its corporate loan exposure and wind down commercial lending operations. The market shift follows a year of ups and downs for the financial institution marked by a high-profile accounting error, a valuation plummet and fraud investigations.

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Abrigo

MAY 19, 2023

They should be knowledgeable of both sound lending practices and their own institution’s specific lending guidelines. In addition, they should be familiar with pertinent laws and regulations affecting credit and lending activities.

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PYMNTS

AUGUST 20, 2020

A multitude of SMB investors are looking to help, but lending to digitally focused SMBs comes with its own hurdles, including fraud risks and inefficient lending procedures driven by stiff regulatory measures. SMB Lending Risks. One of the most pressing issues plaguing SMB lenders is the risk of fraud.

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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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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 19, 2016

Beijing has started prosecuting 26 people who are behind what is alleged to be China’s largest online fraud scam. According to a report by Reuters , the fraud case involves a close to $8.64 Reuters noted the scam at Ezubao has raised awareness in China about the risks associated with online lending platforms.

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 31, 2020

30) against Citizens Bank over alleged violations of the Truth In Lending Act (TILA). It also failed to refund finance charges and fees in full after customers brought up legitimate disputes or fraud claims. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) filed a lawsuit on Thursday (Jan. It filed the complaint in the U.S.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 14, 2023

In a banking landscape that is constantly changing with new regulations, increasing competition, and other new challenges, it is critical to maximize your strategic plan's effectiveness. Every stakeholder should be on board. Have your board meetings and strategic planning sessions become predictable?

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Abrigo

JANUARY 25, 2021

Takeaway 3 Network with other bankers, auditors, regulators, and Abrigo experts. Abrigo’s annual conferences have brought together industry experts, financial institution peers, BSA/AML professionals, CPAs, auditors, and regulators for nearly two decades. Fraud Prevention. Lending & Credit Risk. SBA Lending.

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

Instant Payment Challenges In Online Lending. Borrowers face two key stages in the lending process: getting approval for their loans and receiving the funds. The collaboration leverages the latter’s infrastructure to authenticate applicants within 10 minutes, eliminating many common lending process frustrations.

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CFPB Monitor

OCTOBER 25, 2022

While creditors are allowed to price loans differently based on objective differences in creditworthiness, New York’s Fair Lending Law prohibits discrimination against protected classes for the granting, withholding, extending, renewing of credit or in the fixing of interest rates, terms or conditions of any form of credit.

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Abrigo

JANUARY 17, 2024

Read now Blog Advisory Services AML Software AML Training AML/CFT BSA Rules and Regulation Fraud Prevention Fraud Trends Human Trafficking SAR AML human trafficking red flags and other ways banks can support victims Learn More Blog Advisory Services AML Software AML Training AML/CFT BSA Rules and Regulation Human Trafficking SAR Navigating the U.S.-Mexico

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 2, 2021

In a competitive lending environment, many banks and credit unions are concerned about losing good-quality loans if they over-price them. During the pandemic, fraud activity has increased, and fraudsters have found new ways to scam bank customers and credit union members. Fraud Prevention. Lending & Credit Risk.

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CFPB Monitor

APRIL 7, 2022

The issues described in the report consist of the following: Regulation E liability protections. The bank, as the account holding institution, was held responsible under Regulation E. Fair lending. When a MPP entered into an agreement with a consumer, the agreement extended to the bank holding the consumer’s account.

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