Introduction Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing fraud detection in the financial sector. As financial institutions harness the power of AI to identify suspicious patterns and prevent financial crimes, fraudsters are also adapting and using AI to perpetrate more sophisticated scams. This article explores the ongoing arms race between financial institutions and fraudsters in the digital…
Imagine you’re at the helm of a burgeoning international company, navigating through the tumultuous waters of global finance. One wrong move, and you might find yourself caught in a whirlpool of legal issues and hefty fines. Understanding and complying with international payments, anti-money laundering (AML), and know-your-customer (KYC) regulations isn’t just about avoiding penalties—it’s about safeguarding your company’s integrity and…
On July 18th, 2024, a seemingly innocuous configuration change within Microsoft Azure, the cloud computing giant’s platform, triggered a domino effect that sent shockwaves through the global financial system. What began as a minor glitch snowballed into a near 19-hour outage, crippling vital services for businesses and individuals worldwide, particularly in the rapidly evolving realm of…