BlogMoney Mules Moving Illicit Proceeds from COVID-19-Related CrimesJune 11, 2020 by Verafin “In the past, money mules have been viewed as low-level offenders, transferring small amounts of cash. However, organised, sophisticated money mule schemes have evolved as a [professional money launderer] mechanism.” – Financial Action Task Force From economic stimulus payments to... |
Archived WebinarACAMS Webinar: Stay Ahead of Emerging TrendsOriginally Presented: May 28, 2020 The COVID-19 crisis has highlighted existing weaknesses in current anti-financial crime approaches and the inflexibility of legacy detection systems to keep pace with evolving criminal... |
BlogBenefits Fraud Rising as Unemployment Claims SoarMay 28, 2020 by Verafin “It is deeply troubling to see these reports of fraudulent unemployment claims being filed and allegedly paid by the State Employment Security Department. These are our public tax dollars. These funds are intended for those in need, and not for... |
Infographic10 Tips for Financial Crime Management during the COVID-19 CrisisThe COVID-19 crisis has created enduring challenges for financial institutions nationwide. From pervasive fraud scams and counterfeit checks to devastating Business Email Compromise (BEC) attacks,... |
BlogIndustry Advisory: Detecting and Reporting COVID-19-Related Medical ScamsMay 25, 2020 by Verafin On May 18, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) released a new Advisory on Medical Scams Related to the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) to alert financial institutions to emerging scams related to the COVID-19 pandemic. This Advisory is the first... |
Feature SheetCOVID-19-Related Stolen Stimulus Payment DetectionThe Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act is the largest economic stimulus package in U.S. history — and a potential windfall for criminals... |
InfographicA Surge in ScamsOpportunistic criminals are leveraging the COVID-19 pandemic for their gain, preying on heightened consumer fear and anxiety during the crisis. With schemes related to COVID-19... |
InfographicChallenges & Change in the COVID-19 CrisisFrom remote work to surging first-time online banking users, the COVID-19 pandemic has had a widespread impact on customer behavior and compelled institutions to adopt... |
BlogEconomic Stimulus Payments Targeted by FraudstersMay 8, 2020 by Verafin “The CARES Act… together with three related pieces of pandemic relief legislation represent at least $2.4 trillion in aid and presents unparalleled opportunities to assist those in greatest need as well as unmatched prospects for fraud, misuse of the funds,... |
BlogTaking Quick Action Against COVID-19 CrimesMay 4, 2020 by Verafin Financial crime has proven to be a serious and growing challenge during the COVID-19 crisis. Fraudsters have promptly exploited the pandemic for their gain; with many financial institutions closed or limiting branch access and large numbers of citizens still sheltering... |
