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What is transaction monitoring and why is it important?

Transaction Monitoring is the process of reviewing, analysing, and assessing transactions conducted through financial institutions.

Updated over a year ago

Transaction Monitoring is the process of reviewing, analysing, and assessing transactions conducted through financial institutions to identify potentially suspicious or fraudulent activities.

It is essential for:

  1. Compliance: Ensuring adherence to anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing regulations.

  2. Risk Mitigation: Identifying and mitigating potential financial risks promptly.

  3. Security: Preventing unauthorised or fraudulent transactions to enhance overall system security.

  4. Fraud Prevention: Early detection of fraudulent activities to minimise impact.

  5. Customer Protection: Safeguarding customers from financial loss.

  6. Trust and Reputation: Building and maintaining trust by actively preserving the integrity of the financial system.

  7. Adaptability: Evolving to address new and emerging risks in financial crimes.

  8. Audit and Reporting: Generating reports for audits, demonstrating regulatory compliance.

  9. Proactive Risk Management: Addressing potential risks in real-time to prevent financial and reputational damage.


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