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Consumer Watchdog Warns Against Elder Financial Abuse

PYMNTS

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is urging financial institutions to report any suspicions they may have about financial exploitation of elderly people, the organization said in a release. . The CFPB also released a report that showed how important it was to tell authorities about EFE.

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Compliance, Gaming and Gambling in Australia vs USA

Segpay

Fraud Prevention & Transaction Monitoring Australia: Real-time monitoring is required, with suspicious matter reports (SMRs) submitted to AUSTRAC. USA: Stricter transaction monitoring, requiring Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) to FinCEN and geographical targeting orders (GTOs) for high-risk areas.

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Financial Policy Predictions 2021: Meaningful Changes Ahead

FICO

In late October, the CFPB released Part 1 of its long-awaited update to the Fair Debt Collections Practices Act governing third-party collectors. If my prediction is on the mark, 2021 should be one where improved customer communications will fuel stronger customer engagement. New Debt Collection Rules Are Here to Stay.

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