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Fraud typologies all financial institutions should know

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Can your AML/CFT and fraud staff recognize these fraud typologies? The technology used to perpetrate financial crimes may be changing, but these common fraud typologies aren't going anywhere. This is a nearly 10% increase in complaints received and a 22% increase in losses and thats just fraud that was offically reported.

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How to prevent internal fraud at your bank or credit union

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How to prevent internal fraud at your bank or credit union Of the many fraud risks banks and credit unions face, one of the most costly comes from within the institution itself. ACFE reported that 5% of an organizations revenue is lost to internal fraud each year, with an estimated $3.1 billion in total losses.

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Fraud and AML integration: Is the FRAML approach right for your financial institution?

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Evaluating the FRAML approach For years, financial institutions have debated the merits of combining fraud and anti-money laundering (AML) functions into a single department in what's known as a FRAML approach. With such heightened scrutiny on fraud, keeping AML and fraud teams siloed may not be sustainable.

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Wire fraud: What it is and how to prevent it

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Wire fraud is the second highest fraud scam impacting financial institutions As fraudsters continue to refine their tactics, financial institutions must remain vigilant to protect both their clients and employees from evolving wire fraud schemes. Understanding wire fraud is the first step to preventing it.

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

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Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming fraud prevention AI offers financial institutions a way to reduce false positives, detect fraud faster, and improve suspicious activity monitoring. Staying on top of fraud is a full-time job. Let our Advisory Services team help when you need it.

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

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Financial institutions' will focus on these concerns related to AML and fraud Abrigo asked financial institution clients and our Advisory Services team to identify the top issues for 2025. In a recent Abrigo webinar, many financial crime fighters said their institutions are maintaining or boosting AML and fraud compliance budgets.

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What is a payment system?

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Payment system types, trends, and fraud risks Understanding how payment systems function, the different types in use, and the associated risks is critical for financial institutions to be able to balance innovation with security. Need short-term fraud or AML staffing relief? Key topics covered in this post: What is a payment system?

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