Financial Crime News

Financial crime encompasses a broad spectrum of illegal activities involving money or assets, including fraud, money laundering, cybercrime, bribery, and...

What is financial crime?

Financial crime refers to illegal acts committed against financial institutions, financial markets, or investors, typically involving money or other assets. It includes fraud, money laundering, cybercrime, and embezzlement.

What are common types of financial crime?

Common types include fraud (e.g., investment fraud, identity theft), money laundering, bribery and corruption, cybercrime (e.g., phishing, ransomware), and terrorist financing.

How does financial crime impact individuals and businesses?

It leads to significant financial losses, erosion of trust, reputational damage, increased regulatory costs, and can fund other illicit activities, ultimately destabilizing economies.

What measures are taken to combat financial crime?

Measures include robust anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist financing (CTF) regulations, enhanced due diligence, advanced cybersecurity, international cooperation, and forensic investigations.

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