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What Draws Money Launderers to Luxury Brands?

The luxury goods sector has inherent qualities that raise the danger of money laundering and are helpful for various reasons. Items like jewelry, valuable stones, and exquisite art are easily transportable, making them ideal for illicit activity.

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KYC Outsourcing vs. In-House Systems

Dive into the debate of outsourcing vs in-house systems for Know Your Customer (KYC) compliance. Understand the advantages of outsourcing for compliance, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness, as well as the potential downsides of data privacy and lack of control in an in-house system.

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6 Common Types of Online Business Fraud

Scammers can use a variety of schemes. Some of the most common types of online commercial fraud are Interception Fraud, Triangulation Fraud, Account Takeover Fraud, Friendly Fraud, Refund Fraud, and Card Testing Fraud.

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The Sinaloa Cartel and AML

Money laundering has always been a great way for crime organizations to acquire their illegal profits. When it comes to cartels, the name Sinaloa has a bad reputation. This notorious Mexican cartel has been active since the end of the 1980s and continues its illegal activities throughout the globe.