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Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act examined: A guide to avoiding failure-to-prevent fraud measures

The Payments Association

The Home Office outlines six key principles: tone from the top, due diligence, risk assessment, proportionate procedures, monitoring/review, and communication/training. The Shift to Proactive Compliance The introduction of this legislation marks a shift from reactive fraud management to proactive compliance.

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Another Revolut Fine – This Time from the Central Bank of Lithuania

Neopay

A Revolut representative said: Revolut Bank UAB is committed to the highest standards of regulatory compliance and cooperated with the Bank of Lithuania in taking immediate action to address the procedural deficiencies.

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FCA charges John Dance with fraud and money laundering related to WealthTek

Neopay

enhanced due diligence: When firms operate under an AR structure, ensuring proper checks on business partners and their financial dealings is crucial. regular compliance audits: Proactive audits help in identifying gaps before they escalate into major regulatory breaches.

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Securing Your Wealth: How Cybersecurity Affects Investment Decisions

VISTA InfoSec

As an investor, due diligence in cybersecurity involves examining several areas. Such due diligence is of interest to you as an investor because cybersecurity affects the following: Regulatory Compliance Businesses with strong compliance records are safer investments, capable of mitigating risks and sustaining growth.

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How Internal and External Monitoring Drive Regulatory Compliance: An Expert Interview

Neopay

In an exclusive interview with Neopay’s Consultancy Manager, Margita Layne, we delve into the pivotal role of internal and external monitoring in ensuring regulatory compliance within the financial services sector. Firms must ensure that they select credible partners with the appropriate level of expertise in the industry.

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How payment firms can prepare for the FCA’s proposed safeguarding regime

The Payments Association

The reforms aim to address weaknesses in safeguarding practices, reduce consumer fund risks, and enhance regulatory compliance, particularly in preventing fund shortfalls. Monthly reporting : Payment firms must submit monthly regulatory returns, allowing the FCA to monitor trends and intervene if safeguarding practices fall short.

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Understanding Risk Management Strategies as a PayFac

Stax

Major risk factors for PayFacs include fraudulent transactions, merchant credit risk, regulatory compliance, and operational risks. Thorough due diligence, technology, and adherence to regulatory guidelines are essential in a PayFac’s risk management strategy. The due diligence doesn’t stop at onboarding.