In financial crime compliance, particularly in the domain of sanctions screening, the challenge of false positives can be a significant hurdle for institutions. False positives occur when screening software incorrectly identifies a transaction or individual as matching a sanctions list, leading to unnecessary delays and manual reviews. To combat this issue, automated screening software employs […]
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Over the last week the world has been forced to watch in horror as yet more of violence has erupted in the Middle East – this time spurred on by an unprecedented attack led by the notorious Islamist militant/terrorist group Hamas against multiple Israeli towns beginning on October 7th . The unprovoked terror attacks coined […]
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A major development in the realm of anti-money laundering took place last week as an overseas joint coalition of European forces joined together to bring down one of the largest illicit financial operations seen in recent memory. The European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Cooperation (Europol) announced that judicial and law enforcement authorities comprised of […]
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As everyday technologies continue to become more user-friendly and optimize daily activities for businesses and consumers alike, the growth in both scope and utilization of peer-to-peer (P2P) payment systems in the realm of digital finance has all but replaced traditional cash and check-based transactions in the modern economy. The global P2P payments market size currently […]
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In today’s interconnected digital landscape, there are many easy to access software platforms that offer support tools for individuals or entities to help with all sorts of business activities from project management to design labs. Maybe you work for an organisation that is one of these companies. Amid the useful tools these platforms offer to […]
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The United States Treasury Department – the bureau of the U.S. government tasked with promoting the country’s economic growth and maintaining financial security – has already proposed a number of new measures in 2024 aimed at closing loopholes in domestic legislation that remain susceptible to crime. Earlier this year, Global RADAR chronicled the Financial Crimes […]
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The appeal of gambling and wagering on sporting events has enthralled both American citizens as well as their international counterparts for decades. The potential to “hit it big” has drawn individuals from all walks of life to an industry that has long been tied to nefarious financial activity, and one that continues to pose legitimate […]
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As the 2020’s continue to unfold, the role of artificial intelligence (AI) has become further cemented in the financial realm. New technologies are impacting financial service providers, as well as consumers, in a multitude of ways. Across the financial sector, applications providing new insights for firms with respect to data retrieval and analytics, performance measurements, […]
Read More Since the start of 2024, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has zeroed-in on several key issues for domestic financial institutions to keep track of as the new year unfolds. The identification of concerning trends affecting the realms of finance and regulatory compliance have culminated in new guidance from the regulator, this as the federal […]
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Earlier this month, Global RADAR reported on what appears to be the final chapter in the collapse of once-prominent crypto exchange FTX. The saga ended in company CEO and co-founder Sam
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