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Due to economic pressures, businesses have undergone both external and internal changes that can make them susceptible to exploitation. The numbers are evidence of this, as the total amount of global payment fraud losses for 2021 reached a staggering $41 […]
Over 50 percent of companies disclosed they were victims of fraud between 2020 and 2022, according to PwC’s Global Economic Crime and Fraud Survey 2022. This is the highest percentage of fraud seen in the last two decades of research […]
During seasons of economic volatility, businesses have historically faced numerous enhanced risks to their operations, such as supply chain disruption, staff retention, and cyber threats. In 2023, this has led to an increase in fraudulent activities as fraudsters use advanced […]
French AML Legislative Changes: Updates to the Law on Transparency and its Impact on PEP Definitions
On March 17, 2023, the French Ministry of Economy introduced changes to the definition of politically exposed persons (PEPs) and, consequently, has expanded the scope of AML regulations. Although these modifications appear substantial, the adjustments made by the French government […]
Accurate and reliable information is the bedrock of effective politically exposed person (PEP) risk management, as misidentifications or omissions can have severe legal and reputational consequences. In this article, Madalina Morar, International Affairs Research Analyst at ComplyAdvantage, explains the company’s […]
Both industry regulators and the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) consider politically exposed persons (PEPs) to pose a higher risk of corruption and involvement in money laundering and/or terrorist financing. To effectively mitigate the potential risks posed by such activities, […]
The accuracy and reliability of data used in politically exposed person (PEP) screening are paramount to its effectiveness. High-quality data ensures relevant PEP profiles are identified accurately, minimizing false positives and negatives. It involves collecting comprehensive and up-to-date information from […]
According to payment systems company ACI Worldwide, 20 percent of global consumers surveyed in 2022 reported losing money to fraudsters within the past four years. Of those surveyed, 27 percent reported being victims of authorized push payment (APP) scams. In […]
If you’ve found this article, you are probably looking for: A KYB tool that’s efficient, highly configurable, and effective for firms based and operating in the United States. A way to quickly tell what differentiates leading corporate screening solutions. A […]
The Know Your Customer (KYC) and Know Your Business (KYB) processes are common regulatory requirements for financial institutions (FIs) that require them to establish who their customers are and understand what kind of financial activity they are involved in. Both […]
In 2022, research by customer experience management platform OvationCXM found that 76 percent of businesses have given up while onboarding a financial product or service. Among the top frustrations cited included complicated processes, lengthy waiting times, and working with too […]