This article was originally published onâŻlinkedin.com. The rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) systems has brought unprecedented advancements across multiple sectors, from healthcare diagnostics to autonomous driving. However, with the increasing reliance on AI comes a rising threat known as adversarial machine learning (AML). This technique exposes AI systems to deliberate corruption, wherein malicious actors […]
Understanding AML and KYC: The Foundations of Financial Compliance
This article was originally published onâŻlinkedin.com. Introduction: Ever wondered why your bank knows more about you than your own mother? Welcome to the world of AML (Anti-Money Laundering) and KYC (Know Your Customer) regulations. These arenât just bureaucratic hurdlesâtheyâre essential safeguards that keep our financial systems clean and secure. Letâs explore the fascinating world of […]
Spotlight: Handling Suspect Credits in ACH
Compliance Officers and Fraud Investigators are often challenged with identifying appropriate actions when money laundering activity or fraud is suspected with ACH credit entries. The ACH Network Rules must be balanced with applicable laws, such as AML/CFT, yet the ACH Rules do not dictate specific actions to help an institution comply with legal requirements.  To […]
AML Whistleblowers Serving a Vital Role Combating Illicit Financing
This article was originally published onâŻzuckermanlaw.com. On May 16, 2024, the U.S. Department of the Treasury issued the 2024 National Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing, and Proliferation Financing Risk Assessments (AML/CFT Strategy), which provides a blueprint of the U.S. governmentâs goals, objectives, and priorities to disrupt and prevent illicit financial activities. The AML/CFT Strategy is designed […]
Game On: AML Challenges in Esports and Online Gaming
This article was originally published onâŻlinkedin.com. In an increasingly digitized world, the realms of online gaming and esports have surged, evolving from niche hobbies to powerful industries with revenues rivaling traditional sports and entertainment sectors. Yet, where vast amounts of money flow, so do opportunities for illicit activities. Here, we delve into the unique challenges […]
Do Visa Types Really Matter?
Focus on EB-5 and EB-2 Visas Financial institutions are charged with mitigating the risks of products, services, and customers, and there are many risks presented in each area. For customer risk, one area that is often overlooked is the type of visa that a non-U.S. citizen has. Many institutions often donât consider this as a […]
‘Tis the Season for Holiday Scams
According to the Federal Bureau of Investigationâs Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) 2022 Annual Report, Americans were exposed to approximately $281 million of online shopping and non-delivery scams last year. Many of these scams took place during the holiday season. Full IC3 Report With the 2023 holiday season upon us, lets discuss 3 common holiday […]
Fraud Trends of 2023
As we enter the fourth quarter of the year, we thought this would be a good time to catch up with Rayleen Pirnie, an Accredited ACH Professional with a Bachelorâs in Criminal Justice, to give us the low-down on this yearâs down-and-dirty fraud trends.  Rochelle: Were there any frauds or cases that surprised you this […]
TUNING!
The word âTuningâ may bring to mind the idea of tuning an instrument. As we all know, if your instrument is not tuned properly, no one will appreciate all the time and effort the musician puts into playing it. If all the instruments in an orchestra are not tuned to the chosen frequency, for example, […]
Hacking Group Took Sim Swapping To The Next Level
This article was originally published onâŻfrankonfraud.com. Beginning in late 2021 and continuing late into 2022, a globally active, extortion-focused cyber threat actor group called Lapsus$ attacked dozens of well-known companies and government agencies around the world. It penetrated corporate networks, stole source code, and then demanded ransoms. In a newly released report by the US […]