The first recorded use of sanctions was in 432 BC, and while they’ve only been commonly used in their current form for several decades, the fundamentals of how they’re applied haven’t changed. Yet technological advances have reshaped the world around […]
This article was originally published by UK Finance in July 2024. In my discussions with compliance leaders across leading financial institutions (FIs) this year, a recurring theme has been managing politically exposed persons (PEPs) and their associated data. With […]
The international sanctions landscape continues to evolve at pace, with new designations constantly coming into effect: the US alone made 2500 additions to its primary sanctions list in 2023. In this ever-evolving environment, financial institutions (FIs) and other regulated businesses […]
Named by the Council of Europe as one of the most recurrent predicate offenses of money laundering, corruption is considered one of the greatest threats to economic development and good governance. For this reason, it was also listed as a […]
In February 2024, the European Parliament issued new regulations to ensure financial transactions reach their recipients instantly across the European Union. The new rules update certain regulatory requirements for banks and other types of payment service providers (PSPs). In addition […]
In 2023, the combined global value of open banking payment transactions stood at $57 billion. However, according to Juniper Research, this figure is expected to soar to $330 billion by 2027. As financial systems become more interconnected, businesses are experiencing […]
In 2023, global financial crime generated over $3 trillion, with significant amounts stemming from drug trafficking, human trafficking, and various forms of fraud. With these threats growing in complexity, it’s more important than ever for firms to consider adapting their […]
In Luxembourg, three main national regulatory authorities are responsible for supervising financial products and services: the Luxembourg Ministère des Finances, the Banque centrale du Luxembourg (BCL), and the Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF). This article focuses on the […]
Corporate screening is an essential process for ensuring the safe provision of financial services to other businesses. Choosing the right corporate screening solution requires a comprehensive understanding of the process’ objectives and inherent challenges. This article will cover: How corporate […]
While regulated financial institutions are all required to have some form of politically exposed person (PEP) screening software, finding a solution that aligns with a business’ specific needs, risk profile, and diverse customer base can be daunting. Senior decision-makers must […]
This article was originally published in The Payments Association EU’s June 2024 whitepaper, “KYT Best Practices and More,” written in collaboration with Deloitte and Banking Circle. Download the full whitepaper here. Efficient and accurate data analysis is crucial for effective […]
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) concluded its sixth and final plenary under the presidency of T. Raja Kumar of Singapore on June 28, 2024. Delegates from over 200 jurisdictions and observers from international organizations gathered in Singapore for three […]
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