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FinCEN reports rise in suspected identity theft scams
SARs study also shows that financial institutions are rejecting fraudulent consumer loans in majority of cases. Article | 18 Oct 2010
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Securities firm charged with anti-money laundering violations fined $50,000
North Carolina-based firm with mostly foreign customers failed to identify and verify customer identities, officials say. Article | 03 Sep 2010
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Regulator pressure drives demand for AML compliance software
With examiners turning up the heat on AML compliance, smaller banks and credit unions are turning to software to automate the process. Article | 15 Jun 2010
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New Jersey bank fined $1 million for BSA violations
FinCEN penalty against Pamrapo Savings Bank comes two months after the bank pleaded guilty to conspiracy to violate the Bank Secrecy Act. Article | 03 Jun 2010
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FDIC warns of rise in "money mule" schemes
Criminals dupe people into receiving and transferring unauthorized EFTs from business bank accounts Article | 29 Oct 2009
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Financial institutions reported more suspected fraud in 2008
FinCEN report shows the number of Suspicious Activity Report filings related to mortgage fraud and other types of fraud increased last year. However, experts say banks are cutting back on AML compliance programs this year. Article | 07 Jul 2009
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Cooperating with law enforcement for U.S. security
We need to collaborate on suspected information. ISPs have a responsibility to the users, as such, they should cooperate with law enforcement to continue to monitor the security of U.S. perimeters. Article | 17 Jan 2008
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Expert: Lengthy logs not always a good thing
Regulatory compliance experts often stress the importance of detailed log keeping. But one legal expert warns too much detail can be used to stifle free speech. Article | 17 Jan 2008
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USA Patriot Act suggestions for wireless Internet user identification
Expert Ed Yakabovicz explains the USA Patriot Act recommendations for identifying a wireless Internet user. Interview | 28 Dec 2007
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AML compliance and money service businesses
Money service businesses are a growing part of the financial services industry but compliance with anti-money regulations is critical. Tip
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Updated Bank Secrecy Act compliance exam guide focuses on risk
FFIEC makes it clear that financial institutions' anti-money laundering programs must account for changing risks. In this expert tip, Dan Fisher explains how to ensure your BSA program meets examiners' scrutiny. Tip
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Making a customer identification program relevant in an online world
New banking technologies require updated procedures to ensure security and know your customer (KYC) compliance. In this tip, Dan Fisher explains non-documentary methods for creating a compliant customer identification program. Tip
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How AML compliance applies to remote deposit capture
Financial institutions rushing to deploy remote deposit capture (RDC) need to consider how the Bank Secrecy Act and anti-money laundering regulations apply to the technology. In this tip, Dan Fisher explains what measures institutions need to take to... Tip
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Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN)
Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) is a bureau of the United States Department of the Treasury. FinCEN was established in 1990 to safeguard financial systems from abuse by promoting transparency in the U.S. and international financial sy... Definition
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Suspicious Activity Report (SAR)
A Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) is a document that financial institutions must file with the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) following a suspected incident of money laundering or fraud. Definition
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Bank Secrecy Act (BSA)
The Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), also known as the Currency and Foreign Transactions Reporting Act, is legislation passed by the United States Congress in 1970 that requires U.S. financial institutions to collaborate with the U.S. government in cases of s... Definition
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anti-money laundering software (AML)
Anti-laundering software is a type of computer program used by financial institutions to analyze customer data and detect suspicious transactions... (Continued) Definition
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Anti-money laundering compliance trends
In this 11-minute podcast, Neil Katkov, senior vice president at Celent, talks about anti-money laundering compliance trends, including how much companies are spending on their AML programs and what they should look for when evaluating AML software. Podcasts
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Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN)
Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) is a bureau of the United States Department of the Treasury. FinCEN was established in 1990 to safeguard financial systems from abuse by promoting transparency in the U.S. and international financial sy... Definition
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Suspicious Activity Report (SAR)
A Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) is a document that financial institutions must file with the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) following a suspected incident of money laundering or fraud. Definition
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AML compliance and money service businesses
Money service businesses are a growing part of the financial services industry but compliance with anti-money regulations is critical. Tip
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Updated Bank Secrecy Act compliance exam guide focuses on risk
FFIEC makes it clear that financial institutions' anti-money laundering programs must account for changing risks. In this expert tip, Dan Fisher explains how to ensure your BSA program meets examiners' scrutiny. Tip
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FinCEN reports rise in suspected identity theft scams
SARs study also shows that financial institutions are rejecting fraudulent consumer loans in majority of cases. Article
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Securities firm charged with anti-money laundering violations fined $50,000
North Carolina-based firm with mostly foreign customers failed to identify and verify customer identities, officials say. Article
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Regulator pressure drives demand for AML compliance software
With examiners turning up the heat on AML compliance, smaller banks and credit unions are turning to software to automate the process. Article
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New Jersey bank fined $1 million for BSA violations
FinCEN penalty against Pamrapo Savings Bank comes two months after the bank pleaded guilty to conspiracy to violate the Bank Secrecy Act. Article
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Making a customer identification program relevant in an online world
New banking technologies require updated procedures to ensure security and know your customer (KYC) compliance. In this tip, Dan Fisher explains non-documentary methods for creating a compliant customer identification program. Tip
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Anti-money laundering compliance trends
In this 11-minute podcast, Neil Katkov, senior vice president at Celent, talks about anti-money laundering compliance trends, including how much companies are spending on their AML programs and what they should look for when evaluating AML software. Podcasts
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About Bank Secrecy Act compliance and anti-money laundering training
In this resource you will receive advice, tips, tricks and best practices on how to achieve Bank Secrecy Act compliance as well as anti-money laundering training. Learn what organizations need to do to comply with Bank Secrecy Act regulations and requirements as well as how to prepare for an audit.