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AI Fintech for Financial Crime

While the capabilities of generative AI, which breathes life into images and text from mere prompts, have astounded the world, it’s crucial to acknowledge that AI has long been deployed in financial markets. Nasdaq, for instance, has effectively harnessed AI for predictive market maintenance, deftly preventing disruptions before they occur. However, within the realm of finance, one specific application of AI stands out: its potential to combat financial crime. Financial crime remains a flourishing global industry, with banks spending a staggering $275 billion yearly to combat illicit activities. Astonishingly, studies reveal that less than 1% of the roughly $4 trillion in illicit funds circulating through the financial system are intercepted by law enforcement agencies. This discrepancy can be attributed, in part, to regulatory limitations that constrain banks’ access to data and advanced technology.

At its core, financial crime is a data conundrum. Criminals exploit the interconnectedness of the financial ecosystem, utilizing multiple banks to evade detection. As new payment systems emerge, their effectiveness is further amplified. Hence, the successful fight against financial crime hinges on high-quality, comprehensive data sets and the deployment of cutting-edge analytics technologies. While US banks can exchange information for the purpose of fighting crime, enabling financial institutions across the globe to share data internally and externally would significantly enhance the identification of criminal activities. Proven models already exist, ensuring data sharing while protecting individual privacy rights—a blueprint that warrants replication on a global scale. Simultaneously, regulators must enable the industry to leverage the latest cloud computing, AI, and machine learning capabilities. These technologies promise more agile responses to emerging threats, bolstering the efficacy of anti-financial crime measures. What do you think about AI’s future in the world of financial crime fighting? And will it live up to the expectation?

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