Tag: money laundering
Investment companies and shell companies: The hidden tools of money laundering
Money laundering is the process of disguising the proceeds of criminal activity as legitimate funds in an effort to conceal their illicit origin.
The UK accounts for more than a third of European FinTech...
Key European FinTech investment stats in Q1 2024:
• European FinTech deal activity totalled at 333 deals in Q1 2024, a 41% reduction from the...
Navigating the intricacies of PEP identification in FinTech compliance
Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs) represent a significant risk for money laundering and corruption within the financial sector. Alessa, a leading provider of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance software, emphasises the critical importance of accurately identifying and screening PEPs before any business engagement.
Combating business email compromise: Strategies for financial firms
In the ever-evolving landscape of financial crimes, firms across the globe are grappling with the challenge of safeguarding their operations and reputation. Among the myriad of schemes that threaten the integrity of financial institutions, Business Email Compromise (BEC) stands out for its cunning simplicity and potentially devastating impact.
Revolutionising AML strategies: The power of human-technology synergy in compliance
The significance of modern Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance cannot be overstated, especially in an era where digitalisation is a cornerstone of our daily interactions....
Arctic Intelligence introduces free trial for AML Accelerate platform
Arctic Intelligence, a leader in RegTech solutions, has recently unveiled a 14-day obligation-free trial of its acclaimed AML Accelerate platform.
The critical role of risk assessment in preventing financial crime
With the industry's focus on rapid growth and market domination, the critical role of risk assessment in preventing money laundering, terrorist financing, and other illegal activities is frequently sidelined. This negligence can lead to severe consequences, including regulatory fines and reputational damage, ultimately impeding a company's ability to compete.
Lynx gets its paws on €17m in Series A led by...
Lynx, which focuses on detecting and preventing fraud and financial crimes, has closed its Series A funding round on €17m.
Unmasking PEPs: The growing call for transparency in financial dealings
Swiss authorities recently took action against the daughter of Uzbekistan's former president, accusing her of crimes such as money laundering and bribery. This resulted in an asset freeze to the tune of $483m.
The importance of identifying shell companies
Financial institutions play a pivotal role in preventing money laundering. Over the past 18 months, government bodies have frequently highlighted shell companies as significant red flags in anti-money laundering (AML) activities. Consequently, one must ask, is your institution actively identifying shell companies in its transactions? More importantly, can it detect shell companies with tangible sanctions and watchlist links?