FinCEN’s latest Financial Trend Analysis highlights the continuing impact of ransomware on the financial system, identifying more than $2.1 billion in reported ransomware payments between 2022 and 2024, with financial services emerging as the most targeted industry by value. Unlike previous reports that focused on when activities were filed with FinCEN, this analysis looks [...]
With the 2025 year-end approaching, now is an ideal time for payments, money services, and e-money firms across the US and Canada to review their compliance priorities and prepare for upcoming regulatory changes. This is a practical moment to evaluate where your firm stands — from financial crime and online risk controls to safeguarding, [...]
RPAA Compliance is Now — Ensure Your Company is Protected As of September 7, 2025, all Money Services Businesses (MSBs) and Payment Service Providers (PSPs) operating in Canada must comply with the Retail Payment Activities Act (RPAA). With over 1,600 registered RPAA applicants now listed by the Bank of Canada, many MSBs and PSPs [...]
The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has issued guidance to promote appropriate, voluntary sharing of information across borders between financial institutions, including foreign financial institutions. The guidance clarifies that while financial institutions are prohibited from sharing Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) or information that would reveal the existence of a [...]
In today’s fast-changing regulatory world, AI is a major topic in compliance, and it’s easy to see why. Machine learning and automation help analyse large amounts of data, spot patterns, and flag risks quickly. AI is helpful, but it can’t replace human judgment, practical insight, or the real-world experience needed for AML compliance. The [...]
Training is a key pillar of compliance. However, many businesses struggle to engage with this element in meaningful ways. At Neopay Global, we’ve identified several areas where misunderstandings commonly arise. Here’s a guide to address these areas and offer practical solutions to make training more effective, engaging, and impactful. Making training engaging and meaningful [...]
Neopay Global’s Virtual Compliance Service (VCS) gives you the expert guidance you need to stay compliant, reduce risk, and grow with confidence — all for as little as $3,400/month over 12 months. Whether you're preparing for your first BSA/AML audit or looking for long-term compliance support, our team of experienced professionals delivers a smarter, [...]
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is at the center of one of the most contentious debates in American financial regulation. Created in 2010 as part of the Dodd-Frank Act in response to the 2008 financial crisis, the CFPB was designed to protect consumers from deceptive and abusive financial practices. However, its future remains [...]
At Neopay Global, we offer a range of solutions tailored to firms' needs. All of our audits draw on the market-leading experience of our team to deliver a detailed and practical report. Despite the upfront costs, we all know that regular audits are an essential part of regulatory compliance. And with current supervision and [...]
FedNow Launch and Fintech Innovation Drive Americans Towards Digital Transactions In a recent survey titled "Cashing in on the rise of digital – key trends in US payments," it was revealed that a significant majority of Americans are anticipating a complete transition to digital payments in the near future. The survey, conducted by Temenos, [...]
