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What is transaction monitoring and why is it important?
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 4 months 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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