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How the financial sector can better serve refugees and the displaced

June 20, 2025June 20, 2025 /Leave a comment

In early 2023, when eight 8-year-old Daniel was interviewed about his forced migration from his home in Caracas, Venezuela, to Lima, Peru, he shared the memory of bringing along his favorite toy—a stuffed dinosaur. Unfortunately, he lost his toy mid-journey. Now he believes his dinosaur...

Exclusive, Fraud, June – August 2025

The escalating issue of elder financial exploitation

June 11, 2025June 13, 2025 /Leave a comment

Elder financial exploitation (EFE) is a pressing and growing concern in the U.S., posing a threat to the financial security and well-being of older adults. EFE involves the illegal or improper use of an elder’s funds, property or assets, often leading to devastating financial and...

AFC Challenges, Environmental Crimes, Exclusive

World Environment Day: A Chance to Reflect on Sustainable Development

June 5, 2025June 4, 2025 /Leave a comment

World Environment Day, observed annually on June 5, is a United Nations (UN)-led global event that unites millions of people worldwide to raise awareness and take action for the protection and restoration of the environment. Established in 1972 at the Stockholm Conference on the Human...

AFC Challenges, AFC Policy, Compliance, Exclusive, Fraud

The Assembly Hollywood Highlights Trending AFC Issues

May 9, 2025 /Leave a comment

Members of the international anti-financial crime (AFC) community congregated in Florida last week to discuss the latest developments in the AFC space during the ACAMS Assembly Hollywood, which took place from April 28-30 in Hollywood, Florida. The conference’s informative sessions addressed an array of trending...

Career Guidance, Exclusive, Understanding AI

AFC Superhumans: Leadership DNA and Targeted Skills Acquisition

April 17, 2025April 17, 2025 /Leave a comment

Behind every successful anti-financial crime (AFC) and anti-money laundering (AML) program, you will find professionals who possess something more elusive—an exceptional blend of leadership prowess, relationship-building finesse and cross-cultural communication skills that elevate their impact beyond traditional compliance roles. These intangible qualities are the difference...

AFC Challenges, Exclusive, March – May 2025

Seeing Positives in False Positives

March 19, 2025 /1 Comment

False positive alerts―those system-generated events that flag normal behavior as suspicious―are a big pain point for most anti-financial crime (AFC) professionals. Even though the activity is normal, AFC staff must still review the events and document their normalcy. Not only does this work balloon budgets,...

AFC Challenges, Exclusive, Fraud, Understanding AI

The Risks for Banks in Falling Behind in AI Usage

February 3, 2025 /Leave a comment

Banks face the significant challenge of integrating artificial intelligence (AI) to stay competitive, secure and responsive to customer needs. Falling behind in AI adoption is not just a technological concern; it poses tangible threats to banks’ operational security, customer satisfaction, regulatory compliance and overall market...

AFC Challenges, Exclusive, Human Trafficking Awareness Month

Supporting Survivors: Partnering With Anti-Human Trafficking Organizations

January 10, 2025 /Leave a comment

Human trafficking (HT) is widely regarded as one of the most undetected and underreported crimes globally. It exploits millions worldwide, stripping individuals of their freedom and dignity. Central to combating this scourge is the unwavering support for survivors, whose resilience and courage inspire the global...

Compliance, December 2024 – February 2025, Exclusive

AML/CTF Rules Guide―Effective Public Commenting

December 19, 2024December 19, 2024 /Leave a comment

On July 3, 2024, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network published a proposed anti-money laundering/counter-terrorist financing “program” rule in the Federal Register. The publication gave the public notice of the proposed rule, invited the public to submit comments within 60 days, and provided a cost and...

Exclusive, Fraud, Fraud Alert, Practical Solutions

Holiday Scams to Watch Out for in 2024

November 11, 2024 /Leave a comment

The holiday season, with its surge in shopping, travel and festive activities, is also a peak period for scammers who seek to exploit the spirit of generosity and the flurry of financial transactions. In 2024, as digital technology becomes more integrated into daily life, new...

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