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Thematic Review of Transaction Monitoring Systems and Use of Artificial Intelligence

The regulator issued this circular to outline findings from a thematic review of transaction monitoring systems and the application of artificial intelligence in anti-money laundering controls. It provides specific insights for the design, implementation, and optimization of these systems to enhance financial crime detection capabilities. The document serves as a directive for all authorized institutions to align their AML/CFT frameworks with these updated operational standards.

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Issue Date:

17 Apr 2024

20240417-1-EN.pdf (144.3 KB)

Topic:

AML & CFT - AML/CFT Controls

Group:

All Authorized Institutions

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Annex

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17 Apr 2024

Annex - Insights for design implementation and optimisation of Transaction Monitoring Systems

Annex

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17 Apr 2024

Annex - Insights for design implementation and optimisation of Transaction Monitoring Systems

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