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Jun 27, 2025 • 20min

FinCEN 2024 Review, BSA Modernization, Fraud, and FATF Reports

Jennie Jonas, a Senior Vice President at AML RightSource, shares her expertise on recent developments in anti-money laundering. She discusses FinCEN’s 2024 Year in Review and the modernization of the Bank Secrecy Act. The conversation highlights global fraud trends, regulatory shifts in the EU and UK, and the role of digital currencies in fighting financial crime. Jennie emphasizes the importance of collaboration and information sharing among institutions to enhance fraud prevention and navigate the complexities of compliance in a rapidly evolving landscape.
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Jun 20, 2025 • 12min

FATF Plenary, OFAC, ABA Litigation, DOJ, and Payment Fraud

Listen in as John and Elliot unpack the latest FATF Plenary outcomes, including the addition of Bolivia and the British Virgin Islands to the gray list. They delve into significant OFAC enforcement actions, such as hefty fines against companies involved with sanctioned individuals. The evolving DOJ stance on white-collar crime is intriguing, especially with notable cases highlighted. The conversation also touches on how federal regulators are taking proactive steps to combat payment and check fraud, emphasizing the importance of integrity in financial crime prevention.
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Jun 16, 2025 • 29min

Tariffs, Trade, and Fraud in 2025

Senior Economist for the Economic Policy Institute, Adam Hersh, discusses the immediate and potential impact of the Trump tariffs, the ongoing challenges of trade fraud, and how the loss of government resources will impact all areas of society.
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Jun 13, 2025 • 19min

FCA Guidelines, EU Blacklist, Syrian Antiquities, and a FinCEN Advisory

FCA Guidelines, EU Blacklist, Syrian Antiquities, and a FinCEN Advisory by AML RightSource
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Jun 13, 2025 • 19min

FCA Guidelines, EU Blacklist, Syrian Antiquities, and a FinCEN Advisory

This week, John and Elliot discuss the updated Enforcement Guide from the Financial Conduct Authority, the changes to the EU money laundering blacklist, the latest on the trafficking of Syrian antiquities, FinCEN’s Advisory on Iranian illicit oil smuggling, and other issues affecting the financial crime prevention community.
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Jun 12, 2025 • 13min

Turning Risk Assessments into Strategic Intelligence

In this conversation, Jeff Fischer, Director at AML RightSource and expert in financial crime advisory, shares insights on transforming risk assessments into strategic tools for financial institutions. He discusses the importance of customizing assessments for different stakeholders, highlighting how tailored communication can enhance decision-making. Jeff emphasizes a holistic approach to risk management, connecting fraud detection with BSA/AML regulations. He also underlines the need for a consistent methodology and documentation to improve business intelligence.
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Jun 9, 2025 • 34min

A Conversation with Sarah Beth Felix

Join Sarah Beth Felix, President of Palmeiro Consulting and co-founder of Acceleron Bank, as she dives into the evolving challenges of Anti-Money Laundering. She sheds light on the BSA oversight hurdles anticipated for 2025 and the regulatory complexities surrounding cryptocurrency. Sarah discusses the implications of FINRA's enforcement actions and emphasizes the need for transparency and effective risk management in banking. With insights on anti-corruption measures, she points to a future where compliance is more critical than ever.
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Jun 6, 2025 • 19min

GAO on AI, AUSTRC, FINTRAC, OCC, and North Dakota

This week, John and Elliot discuss the recent GAO report on AI in financial services, AUSTRAC’s media release about crypto ATMs and their use in scams, fraud, and illicit finance, a new Canadian proposal to strengthen its boarders, including efforts to crack down on money launderers, a new North Dakota data security law impacting financial service providers, and other items impacting the financial crime prevention community.
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Jun 5, 2025 • 15min

Industry Focus - Manufacturing

Each industry segment has unique issues for its third-party risk management program. Learn what you need to know for the manufacturing sector.
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May 30, 2025 • 18min

Wolfsberg Group, G7, Peruvian Antiquities, and a Senate Russia Sanction Bill

This week, John and Elliot discuss the recent Wolfsberg 25th Anniversary Forum, the outcomes of the G7 meeting of Finance Ministers and central bank governors, the Manhattan D.A.’s office return of looted antiquities to Peru, a proposed bill in the US Senate concerning Russia sanctions, and other items impacting the financial crime prevention community.

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