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How AI helps prevent fraud and false positives—without replacing compliance professionals

Abrigo

When integrated strategically, AI allows BSA and fraud teams to focus on higher-risk cases and conduct more thorough investigations while maintaining complete control over compliance processes. Why AI wont replace compliance professionals Despite its advancements, AI cannot replace human judgment in financial crime investigations.

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Abrigo recognized by FinCEN: How transaction monitoring makes a real impact

Abrigo

The work being done in compliance departments across banks and credit unions is about more than just meeting regulatory requirementsits about protecting communities and stopping criminals in their tracks. Advanced technology is helping financial institutions detect patterns faster, reduce false positives, and improve SAR accuracy.

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Top issues and priorities for AML/CFT & anti-fraud programs in 2025

Abrigo

Indeed, examiners are expected to emphasize that financial institutions must develop and maintain a culture of compliance. Compliance is not optional," said Josh Hawkins, Senior Director of Abrigos Financial Crimes Investigation Unit. Those changes require upgraded technology and staffing efforts. Our Advisory Services team can help.

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Community banks are thriving in Texas

Independent Banker

With the record growth of San Antonio, Houston and Austin, southern Texas is becoming a hub for business. There’s a lot of energy in the southern half of Texas, and it’s not just the resources that power our homes and cars. Photo by Dennis Burnett. Here’s how four community banks are thriving in this environment. By Mindy Charski.

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Case Study: First Mid Bank Fast-Tracks New Market Entry in Commercial Lending

Discover how First Mid Bank & Trust fast-tracked market expansion through advanced automation and compliance solutions. This case study reveals their journey from facing challenges in Texas' complex legal landscape to achieving rapid market entry with GoDocs' innovative commercial closing platform.

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Texas Hotel Group To Give Back $70M In PPP Loans

PYMNTS

Texas hospitality group Ashford Inc. Ashford Hospitality Trust, and Braemar Hotels & Resorts — all publicly traded — said in a statement that they would return the money due to “recently changed rules” and “inconsistent federal guidance that put the companies at compliance risk,” Reuters reported.

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OCC Releases CRA Evaluations for 16 National Banks and Federal Savings Associations

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A compliance rating of either “Outstanding,” “Satisfactory,” “Needs to Improve,” and “Substantial Noncompliance” is awarded at the end of the on-site review. Citizens National Bank of Texas. Texas National Bank. Intermediate Small Bank. The First National Bank of Middle Tennessee.

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