First AML, Know Your Customer join forces to streamline global KYB compliance
First AML, a provider of an all-in-one anti-money laundering (AML) platform, has entered a strategic partnership with Know Your Customer.
DNSFilter acquires Zorus to boost endpoint filtering and MSP threat protection
DNSFilter, a cybersecurity company specialising in AI-powered DNS-layer threat and content filtering, has acquired Zorus in a move aimed at enhancing protection across network...
Impersonation scams cost Americans $3bn despite new protection
In a stark reminder of the pervasive threat of financial scams, Americans reported losses amounting to $3bn due to impersonation scams in 2024, despite new regulatory measures aimed at curbing such fraudulent activities.
The critical role of financial institutions in detecting human trafficking
Human trafficking is a lucrative industry, generating an estimated $150bn annually. This staggering amount circulates through global financial systems, touching banks, payment platforms, and numerous supply chains.
The deregulation dilemma: Balancing simplification with financial stability
The term "deregulation" is increasingly prevalent among global policymakers, with a common narrative about cutting through the bureaucratic red tape that supposedly stifles competition. Since the 2008 financial crisis, financial institutions have been operating under a dense regulatory framework designed to mitigate risks and uphold financial stability.
KYC vs AML: Understanding the difference and why it matters
In regulated industries, Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) are terms that often get conflated, but they serve different, albeit complementary, functions...
Security Bank and Entrust forge partnership to transform eKYC in digital banking
Security Bank has announced a strategic partnership with Entrust, a global leader in identity-centric security solutions.
Taming the regulatory beast: How AscentAI streamlines compliance in finance
In the dynamic landscape of financial regulation, companies grapple with a daunting volume of regulatory texts. This continuous influx of regulations challenges even the most robust compliance teams, especially as the pace and complexity of regulatory changes accelerate.
Comparative analysis of Regulation Z and FINRA Rule 2210 in financial marketing
In the financial regulatory landscape, protecting consumers is paramount. The foundation of this protection is the transparency that builds trust between consumers and financial institutions.
Hawk’s AI solutions attract $56m for global AML efforts
Hawk, the pioneering provider of AI-powered AML screening, and fraud prevention solutions, has completed a $56m Series C funding round.












