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Why payment transparency is critical to the future of correspondent banking

The Payments Association

As financial crime evolves, correspondent banks must prioritise wire transfer transparency to meet global regulations and safeguard the financial system. Correspondent banking is vital in facilitating global trade, enabling cross-border remittances, and connecting emerging markets to the international financial system.

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Key learnings from 2024’s biggest financial crime fines

The Payments Association

Inadequate risk management and due diligence : Institutions faced challenges in ensuring effective customer risk profiling and due diligence, particularly for high-risk clients and correspondent banking relationships. billion penalty from the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) and a $1.8

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How AML Case Management Drives Efficiency in Financial Investigations

Seon

When classified as high risk, Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) is performed to provide a deeper analysis of the potential risks. Digging Deeper: AML Compliance Screening and Monitoring Part of AML compliance includes screening to help pinpoint individuals who may pose a higher risk due to their positions, associations or past behaviors.

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