Abrigo

DECEMBER 22, 2023

The most popular financial crime blogs in 2023 Check fraud, the SAFER Banking Act, and BSA exam topics were among Abrigo's top blogs on AML/CFT and fraud this year. You might also like this infographic on the true costs of fraud at financial institutions. Here are Abrigo’s 10 top AML and fraud blogs in 2023.

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Abrigo

MAY 20, 2022

Fraud on Alert for 2022 A review of SAR data , government agenc y releases, a nd fraud findings found these f raud c oncerns and trends to wat ch in 2022. Takeaway 1 An Abrigo review of SAR data, government agency releases, and fraud findings revealed fraud trends to watch for. Fraud Concerns. Starting Point.

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Abrigo

JANUARY 14, 2021

How Institutions Can Avoid Fraud Surprises in the Next Round of the PPP BSA and fraud professionals saw a spike in PPP fraud during the first two rounds of funding. How can they be better prepared to prevent fraud in this next round? Stopping PPP Fraud in New Round of Funding. PPP Fraud Spikes.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Most-read blogs on financial crime in 2022 Synthetic ID fraud, AML quality control, and SAR writing topics were among Abrigo's top blogs on AML/CFT and fraud this year. . Takeaway 1 AML/CFT and fraud professionals often keep up to date on industry trends by reading Abrigo's blog. Abrigo's top AML/CFT articles.

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Abrigo

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Measuring the cost of fraud losses. The true cost of fraud goes beyond the initial reported fraud losses Would you like other articles like this in your inbox? Takeaway 1 Fraud scams made worse by the pandemic continue to be successful, while crypto-scams are emerging. That equates to $35 billion annually.

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Abrigo

JULY 13, 2023

Avoid fraud losses from pig butchering scams FinCrime professionals looking to prevent pig butchering scams in the age of cryptocurrency can follow these steps to tighten security. Takeaway 1 Investment fraud schemes known as pig butchering scams contributed to $3.3 billion in fraud losses in 2022. billion in 2021.

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Abrigo

JANUARY 6, 2023

Check deposit fraud using “walkers” Financial institutions are seeing increased money mule scams using recruited "customers" to deposit stolen checks. Takeaway 1 Check fraud is not a new trend, but increased activity should put banks on high alert. Fraud scheme uses marginalized individuals as mules. Introduction. Seeking mules.

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PYMNTS

JUNE 20, 2019

Retailers focused on combating fraud have credit cards in the cross-hairs of their efforts. But ramping up the war on card fraud can introduce a new risk to companies: false positives. This isn’t merely an issue for the B2C world, however. The False Positive Threat.

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PYMNTS

AUGUST 22, 2019

FinTech firms are tapping into automation and training to stay on top of the latest security developments, while keeping an eye on evolving trends in the payments space. Fraud, for instance, is an ongoing threat, with nearly three-fourths of U.S. financial institutions reporting growing losses attributed to online and mobile fraud.

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

It helps financial institutions avoid or at least plan for financial impacts tied to sudden staffing shifts. Identify crucial AML staff positions and processes What tasks are critical to daily operations? Follow through on training/professional development needs and set reminders to review/update the plan. Keep plans relevant.

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 26, 2021

Fraud and other forms of cybercrime are perennial challenges for digital-first banks and businesses of all types, as their extensive web presences open additional doors that allow bad actors to infiltrate their operations. billion fraud attacks occurred during the first half of 2020. The Two Types Of Fraud Threats.

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Abrigo

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Invest in employee training : BSA/AML compliance is a bank-wide responsibility. Annual training sessions should be mandatory for all employees to understand the red flags of suspicious activity and their reporting responsibilities. Your staff should undergo AML/CFT training annually to support your BSA efforts.

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Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Internet bank fraud is here to stay; learn how to detect and stop it. Every type of fraud has something unique it leverages to dupe unsuspecting citizens. Learn what is different about internet bank fraud. Takeaway 1 It is important to monitor fraud effectively and consistently.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Takeaway 1 Effective AML/CFT programs require ongoing training to keep AML and fraud staff compliant. Training materials for anti-money laundering & fraud professionals. Training materials for anti-money laundering & fraud professionals. Ongoing training is vital for an effective AML/CFT program.

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PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 12, 2019

Financial services providers that slack on regulatory compliance and fail to safeguard their operations against money laundering, terrorist financing and other criminal activities may face damaged reputations and significant fines. A team of analysts can only handle so many potential fraud cases at a time, after all. . resources.

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Abrigo

MAY 24, 2024

Fraud detection and AML systems: Ensure these systems are integrated and operational at your institution to stay on top of financial crime. Each institution should tailor the FedNow implementation to meet its specific needs and operational requirements. Fraud prevention: Procedures to detect and prevent account opening fraud.

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Abrigo

AUGUST 7, 2023

Assessing and preparing for staffing needs AML and fraud compliance is an essential obligation for financial institutions. Making plans in case of shortages and being proactive by cross-training employees can help. Here are several tips for keeping your AML program running smoothly when staffing needs arise.

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Abrigo

AUGUST 5, 2024

The basics of counterfeit check detection for banks and credit unions Check fraud is surging and technology advances aren't helping. The ABA Banking Journal reports that check fraud could reach a staggering $24 billion in losses in the U.S. this year, making up 60% of all attempted fraud.

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Increasing efficiency of compliant AML investigations To boost AML program productivity and keep pace with evolving compliance demands, financial institutions should focus on strategic operational improvements paired with the smart use of technology. Tailor training to roles and responsibilities. What’s a leader to do?

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Panelists included Schalk Nolte , CEO of Entersekt ; Jen Martin , head of Fraud Operations at KeyBank ; and Karen Boyer, Fraud Intelligence Director, Financial Crimes at People’s United Bank. And on top of it all, as People’s United Bank’s Boyer noted, there’s still old fashioned fraud with which to grapple, too. “So,

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Abrigo

JULY 10, 2023

Stay up-to-date on AI fraud trends to protect your clientele Emerging AI fraud schemes reveal holes in financial institution's defenses. Takeaway 2 Improving security questions is a good step to take to avoid text-to-speech AI fraud schemes. Here are several suggestions for tightening security.

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PYMNTS

MAY 22, 2020

Studies have shown that more than half of all banks recover less than 25 percent of related losses, and FIs have reported a 59 percent growth in fraud value and a 61 percent increase in fraud volume since 2015. The ongoing pandemic has exacerbated all fraud types from all sources, Gould added. Multistage Fraud Defense.

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Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

Takeaway 2 Fraud prevention, AML, and IT must communicate regularly and cross-monitor for cybercrime threats. Takeaway 3 Fraud monitoring software and other preventative measures can help financial institutions protect themselves against cyber attacks. . Would you like others articles like this in your inbox?

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PYMNTS

MARCH 30, 2020

With workflows disrupted and personnel dispersed, a rise in application fraud is being detected. The application fraud surge finds FIs and merchants retooling authentication measures, with AI, ML and unattended machine learning (UML) being variously arrayed against the threat of application fraud. Chaos vs. Control.

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Perficient

DECEMBER 14, 2023

For businesses, the benefits of Automated Invoice Processing translate to significant time savings, reduction in processing errors, operational cost savings, and improved employee productivity. It’s part of the ServiceNow Source-to-Pay Operations offering, which encompasses the entire process from sourcing to payment.

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Perficient

DECEMBER 14, 2023

For businesses, the benefits of Automated Invoice Processing translate to significant time savings, reduction in processing errors, operational cost savings, and improved employee productivity. It’s part of the ServiceNow Source-to-Pay Operations offering, which encompasses the entire process from sourcing to payment.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 5, 2017

Through improving technology and decreasing costs, AI and Big Data are now combining to help firms in the financial sector prevent payments fraud. But now, AI has become more attainable as a tool that companies can tailor to their own operations. The system is trained and then consistently scores real data, often in real time.

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PYMNTS

AUGUST 26, 2019

Each of the defendants has been charged with “conspiracy to commit fraud, conspiracy to launder money, and aggravated identity theft,” according to the complaint and reports said other defendants also face fraud and money laundering charges. Attorney Nick Hanna said that this is among the largest cases in U.S.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 5, 2023

BSA training and experience must be extensive to meet regulatory expectations of a BSA Officer being competent and able to execute all duties effectively. This includes training staff on BSA/AML policies and fostering a culture of compliance. You might also like this webinar , "Pros and cons of combining BSA and fraud departments."

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PYMNTS

JUNE 23, 2016

Though victims of fraud attacks may never be able to beat cybercriminals at their own game, it’s clear that knowledge is power. ” In this month’s installment of the Anatomy of a Fraud Attack series with Kount , we take a look at an increasingly favorite type of fraud among cybercriminals: carding or card testing.

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Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Sensitive information The National Public Data breach's far-reaching consequences In early 2024, National Public Data, an online service specializing in background checks and fraud prevention, suffered a major data breach that exposed over 2.7 Training and awareness. billion records containing highly sensitive personal information.

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Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

As interest rates fall, the loans will offer more affordable monthly payments, allowing small businesses to reinvest savings into their operations. According to a 2023 training presentation by the SBA, lenders can find a data entry guide for E-Tran on the landing page of CAFS after logging in. appeared first on Abrigo.

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PYMNTS

OCTOBER 9, 2020

told PYMNTS that the FBI has found email fraud already costs businesses and individuals $3.5 The pandemic has caused many companies to amend their operations and procedures, and scammers have been right there trying to exploit the changes. Leigh Reichel , new chief financial officer of cybersecurity firm INKY Technology Corp.

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PYMNTS

MARCH 5, 2020

Zycus’ Merlin AI Suite will take important steps toward AI-led intelligent procurement and will be a “game changer” for procurement and AP operations, the press release states. The company also offers access to real customers’ data for training.

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PYMNTS

OCTOBER 29, 2018

Payments and commerce fraud has its own ecosystem, one that includes criminals, servers and other computing devices, IP addresses, compromised payment cards and stolen personal data, and even houses and other physical locations. The Biology Of Fraud. Fraud prevention is getting more sophisticated, and at a fast clip.

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Takeaway 2 It can be difficult to find a comprehensive PEP list, but a PEP list can be an essential addition to a bank’s fraud detection system. This helps banks and credit unions operate an effective risk assessment and refrain from violating sanctions. Quality lists can be found through trusted scan product vendors.

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Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

You might also like this webinar, "Tackling operational risks: Strategies for check fraud and ransomware prevention." P rovide education and training programs for mortgage lenders and other front-line staff to raise awareness. Stay up to date on AML/CFT and fraud trends. Here is what you need to know.

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