Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) released a notice on May 18, 2020 in response to reporting requirements as they relate to COVID-19. The COVID-19 pandemic has left many of us vulnerable. It is important now more than ever to report suspicious activity to combat financial crimes. BSA REPORTING OBLIGATIONS FinCEN expects financial institutions to adhere to […]
Banks are no longer required to file suspicious activity reports (SARs) for customers engaging in the growth or cultivation of hemp. Under the 2018 Farm Bill, hemp has been reclassified. DEFINITION OF HEMP The 2018 Farm Bill now defines hemp as a variety of cannabis that contains .3% or less tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). By doing this, […]
Capital Compliance Experts has officially released their innovative automated transaction monitoring tool – Compliance IQ. The patent pending automated monitoring tool is a comprehensive solution that reinforces compliance management processes by identifying high risk activity. The automated transaction monitoring tool drastically reduces the time it takes to review countless transactions through automated analysis of data, […]
