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Today In Payments Around The World: US Halts Tariffs On French Products; China Considers More Stringent Online Oversight

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In today’s top payments news around the world, the United States is halting tariffs on French products, while the Cyberspace Administration of China is considering a revamp of internet oversight regulations. The United States is scrapping an effort to place tariffs on $1.3

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EU Eyes Single European Data Market

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In Europe, the continued evolution of data policies and regulation now point toward a single market across the Continent. As reported mid week, the European Commission is planning a single European market for data , in hopes that by pooling talent, the region can compete with Big Tech in Silicon Valley and China.

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5 Ways Your Transaction Monitoring System Can Detect COVID-19 Related Fraud

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As with any global or regional disaster, illicit actors are taking advantage of the increased pool of possible victims. Advisories from the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) and other federal and state agencies address the increase in the number of reported fraud cases tied to the pandemic. BSA Rules and Regulation.

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Remembering 9/11 – A Pivotal Day for BSA/AML Professionals

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Takeaway 2 The USA PATRIOT Act was the first legislation that criminalized terrorist financing in the United States. BSA was intended to detect illicit activity through cash and monetary instruments to catch tax evaders using secret foreign bank accounts. BSA Rules and Regulation. BSA Rules and Regulation.

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5 Ways Your Transaction Monitoring System Can Detect Covid-19 Related Fraud

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As with any global or regional disaster, illicit actors are taking advantage of the increased pool of possible victims. Advisories from the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) and other federal and state agencies address the increase in the number of reported fraud cases tied to the pandemic. BSA Rules and Regulation.

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Governments Fuel Blockchain’s Global Proliferation

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A regional government in Russia is now working with state-backed VEB, reports in CoinDesk said this week, as authorities explore how to use blockchain “to improve the quality of management decisions.”. As regulators begin to consider blockchain regulations, many have signaled a desire not to hamper innovation while doing so.

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After A Century, Barclays Steps Back From Africa Operations

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And while some of these strategy revamps have been telegraphed, the numbers show some impact from regulations and investigations, as the firm posted a net loss of roughly $547 million (394 million pounds), which is far worse than a year ago at 174 million pounds. Staley, on board. Staley took the reins as CEO at the end of last year.