Tag: CFT
FinCEN issues alert on deepfake fraud schemes targeting financial institutions
The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has issued a critical alert to assist financial institutions in identifying and addressing fraud schemes involving deepfake media created with generative AI (GenAI) tools.
Enhancing global security through effective AML and CFT strategies
The IMF has emphasized the critical role of AML and CFT policies in maintaining the stability of the international financial system and economies worldwide.
Napier AI’s insights on enhancing financial crime compliance
The US Treasury's recent initiative to solicit public insights on Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the financial sector underscores a pivotal moment for regulatory evolution.
Malaysia’s path to enhanced financial transparency and AML compliance
Financial institutions and regulated entities across Malaysia are gearing up for the nation’s fifth mutual evaluation by the FATF, scheduled for 2025.
UAE’s digital leap: How regulatory sandboxes fuel AML compliance
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is experiencing a notable economic surge, becoming a magnet for foreign investments and job opportunities. This economic growth is coupled with ambitious plans under the UAE Digital Economy Strategy launched in April 2022, aiming to increase the nation's GDP contribution from digital services from 9.7% in 2022 to 19.4% over the next decade. The strategy positions the UAE as a pivotal digital economy hub both regionally and globally.
FinCEN’s latest AML requirements: Impact and strategies for RIAs and ERAs
Compliance officers in the asset management sector are pivotal, often juggling multiple responsibilities.
Insights from a data scientist: Implementing AI in financial crime compliance
The financial services industry is undergoing a transformation driven by artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, particularly machine learning (ML). These advancements are significantly enhancing anti-money laundering (AML), counter-financing of terrorism (CFT), and sanctions screening as part of customer lifecycle management (CLM).
The importance of feedback loops in AML and CFT
The effectiveness of anti-money laundering (AML) and combatting the financing of terrorism (CFT), is not solely reliant on the initial design, but also comes...
Key AML compliance strategies for wealth and asset managers in 2024
In an era where regulatory oversight of the wealth and asset management sector is intensifying globally, the stakes for compliance have never been higher. This sector, pivotal to national economies, plays a crucial role in helping consumers manage their assets and achieve their financial goals. However, its significance also makes it a potential target for misuse by malicious entities aiming to launder money.
How the latest AML/CFT proposals will reshape investment advisory
The world of finance is on the brink of a significant transformation, especially for investment advisors in the United States. On February 15th, 2024, a pivotal announcement was made by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) that is set to redefine the landscape of anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-financing of terrorism (CFT) compliance.