Fintech News

JULY 17, 2024

A recent comprehensive report by Chainalysis sheds light on the intricate world of crypto-related money laundering. The Scale of Crypto Money Laundering The magnitude of crypto-related money laundering is staggering. Usage of mixers peaked in 2022, with over US$1.5 billion of value received in April alone.

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Stax

DECEMBER 4, 2023

According to a UN report, money laundering activities of about $1.6 The US, therefore, requires financial institutions as well as financial services firms to have anti-money laundering (or AML) compliance programs in place. trillion took place in 2020, accounting for about 2.7% of global GDP. Let’s get started.

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Fintech Finance

MARCH 10, 2025

However, many still rely on legacy AML compliance systems built for fewer payment rails, most of which are not aligned with real-time settlement workflows. In a fast-changing geopolitical and tech landscape, compliance teams must screen payments against the latest sanctions, PEP, and dual-use goods lists to stay ahead of illicit activity. .”

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The Paypers

JUNE 12, 2025

Following this announcement, the company’s expanded offering will integrate fraud prevention and AML compliance, aiming to provide teams with access to a single platform to screen and monitor customers in real-time, manage alerts, investigations, and regulatory reporting.

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Fintech News

JUNE 9, 2025

Summy provides case summaries and recommends actions for teams working in risk, compliance, and fraud. This Case Management feature is integrated across Sumsub’s identity verification, anti-fraud, and anti-money laundering solutions, and is available for immediate deployment without requiring complicated setup procedures.

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The Payments Association

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

In 2025, payments firms must prioritise compliance, open banking expansion, and stablecoin readiness to navigate regulatory shifts and drive growth. Regular audits and compliance checks : Firms will face enhanced monitoring and reporting under the proposed policy. Engaging external auditors may provide additional assurance.

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Fintech Finance

OCTOBER 30, 2024

” – Chief Compliance Officer at Ecommpay. .” – Head GRC Consultant for Europe & APAC, Finance Advisory at EPAM Systems (CH) GmbH “Incredible lineup of speakers with so many different topics of discussion; innovation, the way the future of payments looks! Really good!”

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Fintech Finance

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Fintech compliance is an increasingly important aspect of the financial industry. As the fintech industry continues to grow and evolve, so do the demands for regulatory compliance. “Compliance is the foundation of trust in global payments.

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Fintech News

JUNE 5, 2025

Effective 30 June 2025, the new Singapore DTSP licensing framework significantly tightens compliance expectations for Singapore-based and Singapore-incorporated entities providing digital token services. This makes them especially vulnerable to being used for money laundering or terrorism financing.

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The Fintech Times

JUNE 11, 2025

Digital fraud prevention company SEON is launching its expanded Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Compliance suite, introducing a range of AI-powered capabilities to provide enhanced support to fraud and compliance teams.

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The Fintech Times

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Through this partnership, Boerse Stuttgart Digital is aiming to embrace the continuing growth of Europe’s crypto market by enhancing the scalability of its infrastructure solutions, while streamlining compliance processes in collaboration with Fenergo. Together with Fenergo, we continue to drive the adoption of crypto across Europe.”

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Finovate

APRIL 8, 2025

AI-powered anti-money laundering (AML) company Hawk has raised $56 million in Series C funding. Hawk , a company offering AI-powered anti-money laundering (AML), screening, and fraud prevention solutions, has secured $56 million in Series C funding. Hawk made its Finovate debut at FinovateSpring 2022 in San Francisco.

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Fintech News

AUGUST 21, 2024

Binance Holdings is set to expand its workforce by 1,000 employees in 2024, with a key emphasis on bolstering compliance teams, according to Bloomberg. The company plans to increase its compliance staff from 500 to 700 as part of this growth. To ensure compliance, U.S.-appointed plea agreement.

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Fintech Finance

MAY 13, 2025

Issuer processing powerhouse Enfuce unveils the Fortitude Pledge, a bold new compliance and security standard, that aims to eliminate 100% of financial crime risks across all Enfuce-processed card transactions. Over half of UK adults are unaware that money from card transactions, not just cash, can be used to support criminal networks.

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The Payments Association

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

The compliance challenges of virtual IBANs, focusing on AML obligations and regulatory gaps. While vIBANs offer innovation in payment systems, they introduce risks like money laundering due to insufficient oversight. Why is it important? What’s next?

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The Fintech Times

JANUARY 21, 2025

As much as three-quarters (72 per cent) of regulated companies feel overwhelmed by current anti-financial crime compliance demands; according to the latest study by digital compliance and anti-money laundering (AML) solution provider SmartSearch.

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Open Banking Excellence

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

We also want to ensure our national standards, including the layers around anti-money laundering and counter terrorist financing, are recognised internationally.

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Finextra

JANUARY 19, 2024

Francesco Fulcoli - Chief Compliance Officer The Council of the European Union and the European Parl.

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Finovate

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Belgian regtech Harmoney has acquired compliance specialist APPC, a subsidiary of the Forsides Group. The acquisition will provide APPC clients with a broader range of tools to fight challenges ranging from anti-money laundering (AML) to counter-terrorism financing (CTF).

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The Payments Association

MARCH 5, 2025

As global sanctions and regulatory pressures intensify, Lynxs AML Screening empowers financial institutions with pioneering AI to stay ahead of compliance challenges. With the United Nations Office of Drugs and Crime estimating that between 2 and 5% of global GDP is associated with money laundering each yearbetween 715 billion and 1.87

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Clearly Payments

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Merchants in high-risk categories, such as online gaming, travel, and adult services, benefit from BIN data as it helps processors manage risk levels and ensure compliance with industry regulations. New processors must be prepared to demonstrate compliance and may need to undergo regular audits to meet these standards.

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The Payments Association

MARCH 25, 2025

As director/MLRO of SENDS, a UK-licensed EMI, I see AI’s potential in fraud prevention, AML, and compliance. At SENDS, we integrate AI-powered compliance tools to streamline KYC and AML, improving efficiency, accuracy, and speed. Susceptibility to errors: Human mistakes can overlook fraud or misreport compliance.

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Stax

JANUARY 23, 2025

The merchant underwriting process helps reduce fraud (including chargeback volume), ensures compliance with regulations, and protects financial stability in the payment processing space. Key steps include application review, risk assessment, credit checks, and compliance verification. Learn More What is Merchant Account Underwriting?

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Fintech News

JUNE 19, 2024

Sumsub, a global verification platform, has joined forces with financial software provider Finastra to enhance compliance processes for financial institutions worldwide. This integration is designed to help financial institutions maintain compliance, protect their reputations, and reduce operational inefficiencies.

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The Payments Association

MARCH 19, 2025

Beyond inefficiencies, manual processes create significant risks, such as: Misreported financials Compliance breaches Missed transactions Navigating regulatory uncertainty Unlike traditional payment systems, which operate within well-established regulatory frameworks, digital assets exist in a fragmented legal landscape.

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Fintech News

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Flagright, an AI-native company specialising in Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance and fraud prevention, has announced its partnership with SALT, a financial platform aiming to support Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in India and Asia.

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Fintech News

APRIL 21, 2025

Source: Circle Payments Network Whitepaper Financial institutions participating in the network must meet eligibility criteria including licensing, compliance with anti-money laundering regulations, financial risk management, and cybersecurity standards.

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Fintech News

JANUARY 15, 2024

The company has faced scrutiny over its compliance and anti-money laundering controls, with audits in 2020 and 2022 indicating lapses in staff probity checks. The post Airwallex Plans for IPO in 2026, Tackles Compliance and Culture Challenges appeared first on Fintech Singapore. stake, while founder Zhang owns 14.1%.

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Fintech News

MARCH 24, 2025

Current verification methods, Source: State of the Crypto Industry 2025, Sumsub, Feb 2025 Increased regulatory scrutiny The decline in crypto fraud rates also aligns with the proactive regulatory measures implemented by major APAC financial hubs to enhance transparency, security, and stability in sector.

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Neopay

APRIL 10, 2025

While there was no actual money laundering, the enforcement highlights a theme across the financial sector: that even in the absence of proven financial crime, poor controls and a lack of monitoring can lead to severe regulatory action. Contact Neopay today to find out how we can assist in your compliance journey. The fine of 3.5

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The Payments Association

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Richard Dunlop of fscom summarises the major points of the 2023 Financial Crime Compliance Report and highlights key issues in anti-money laundering strategies that have been identified. Read more

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Bank Automation

AUGUST 22, 2024

based money laundering compliance lapses. money laundering investigations. TD Bank took a provision of $2.6 billion in the third quarter as it estimates the cost of fines from its U.S.-based He said the bank […]

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The Fintech Times

APRIL 29, 2024

In the last two decades, anti-money laundering (AML) regulatory framework, processes and mechanisms have not changed much. As a result, fraudsters are capitalising on firms’ inadequacies to spot and deal with money laundering. Is the global anti-money laundering (AML) system broken? What’s the problem?

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The Fintech Times

MARCH 10, 2025

FinScan , an anti-money laundering (AML) compliance solution provider, has enhanced its payment screening solution in a move to support faster, frictionless payment operations across the globe.

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Fintech Review

APRIL 17, 2025

Through this collaboration, Magnolia will integrate Reflex , Ambosss advanced compliance and risk management platform, into its Lightning Network operations. Reflex provides the compliance infrastructure needed to operate responsibly at scale, without compromising the principles that make Bitcoin valuable.

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Fintech News

MARCH 3, 2024

FOMO Group, a Singapore-based financial holding company, announced that it has appointed Cindy Ho as its new Group Head of Compliance. FOMO Group has consistently demonstrated its commitment to the highest standards of compliance. She has previously served as the Chief Control Officer at Bank J. Before her tenure at Bank J.

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The Payments Association

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

While emphasising the importance of robust anti-money laundering (AML) measures, the FCA has consistently advocated against indiscriminate de-risking. When legitimate businesses are driven out, customers seeking essential services have few options, often turning to black market operators who lack compliance oversight.

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