Tag: sanctions screening

In an increasingly complex global risk landscape, the quality and timeliness of screening data have become central to compliance strategies.

Many financial institutions are still holding onto legacy anti-money laundering (AML) systems, opting to layer new technology over outdated infrastructure rather than starting afresh. While...

As regulatory demands intensify and financial crimes grow more complex, financial institutions and regulated businesses are under mounting pressure to modernise their risk assessment...

Artificial intelligence is no longer a future prospect for financial services; it is a present reality, evolving quickly and reshaping the compliance landscape. From enhancing risk detection to improving operational efficiency, AI offers immense potential. However, its rapid adoption also brings fresh regulatory questions, new risks, and ethical challenges.

Money laundering remains a significant threat to financial systems worldwide, not only as a crime in itself but also as a key enabler of serious criminal activities such as drug trafficking, human smuggling, and terrorism. Consequently, it is critical for all businesses handling substantial sums of money to implement robust AML procedures.

In 2025, the ability to effectively identify Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs) has become crucial in the financial sector's battle against money laundering and corruption. PEPs, due to their influential roles, are at higher risk of engaging in illicit activities.

In 2025, Know Your Customer (KYC) solutions will become essential for financial institutions looking to enhance their anti-money laundering (AML) frameworks. With increasing regulatory...

Ensuring accurate name matching is a fundamental aspect of regulatory compliance, particularly in areas like KYC (Know Your Customer) and AML (Anti-Money Laundering). However, screening names across different languages and scripts presents a significant challenge. To address these complexities, IMTF partnered with Babel Street to enhance precision in name matching and reduce compliance risks.

Global Screening Services (GSS), a prominent RegTech innovator, has published its 2024/2025 Sanctions Survey, revealing key insights into how financial institutions are adapting to the evolving sanctions landscape.

Sanctions screening is an integral aspect of AML practices, ensuring organisations do not inadvertently engage with entities or individuals subject to international or national sanctions, thereby avoiding facilitating unlawful activities.