by Chinedu Nnadi | Apr 29, 2023 | RADD BUZZ
It is no longer news that Fintech products have become a disruptive force for global financial services. The worldwide adoption rate is now capped at 75%. However, the sudden and revolutionary changes in the Fintech industry are increasing exposure to risks and...
by Chinedu Nnadi | Apr 15, 2023 | RADD BUZZ
The success of Fintech companies is primarily predicated on their ability to challenge conventional banking models through technology. Still, they must also remain vigilant in ensuring that their products and operations do not cross the line of KYC/AML protocols. ...
by Chinedu Nnadi | Apr 3, 2023 | RADD BUZZ
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) recently issued its long-awaited final rule to implement Section 1071 of the Dodd-Frank Act. Section 1071 amended the Equal Credit Opportunity Act to require financial institutions to collect and report certain data...
by Chinedu Nnadi | Mar 24, 2023 | RADD ENGAGE
Exciting news! We are thrilled to announce our latest engagement with a Fintech company based in Delaware. RADD LLC has been engaged to perform their BSA/AML review, helping them ensure compliance and mitigate risks. Does your financial institution need assistance...
by Chinedu Nnadi | Mar 16, 2023 | RADD ENGAGE
Exciting news! We are thrilled to announce that we just signed an engagement with a California Credit Union with an asset size of 4.5 billion. We will conduct their BSA/AML and OFAC audit and perform a gap analysis of their BSA Program. If your financial institution...
by Chinedu Nnadi | Mar 14, 2023 | RADD BUZZ
Despite being a major lender in the tech industry for decades, Silicon Valley Bank’s (SVB) risky investments and lack of proper risk management protocols led to its downfall. Yes, government policies were not favorable to banks as the Federal Reserve raised the...
by Radhika Dholakia-Lipton | Mar 2, 2023 | RADD ENGAGE
This project is a big deal for us and we are ready to tackle it head-on! With our experienced BSA Model Validation Audit team, this process will be painless. We promise to provide comprehensive analysis, clear recommendations, and timely results – all while...
by Chinedu Nnadi | Feb 25, 2023 | RADD BUZZ
The new AML whistleblower law signed in December 2022 by President Biden signals a heightened focus on financial crime and the need for financial institutions to tighten the noose around criminals by updating their Bank Secrecy Act / Anti-Money Laundering (BSA/AML)...
by Chinedu Nnadi | Feb 12, 2023 | RADD BUZZ
The risks and regulatory landscape for fintech companies are complex and constantly evolving. To survive, you must navigate a patchwork of federal and state regulations. These include the US Patriot Act, the Bank Secrecy Act, the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and...
by Chinedu Nnadi | Jan 29, 2023 | RADD BUZZ
A financial institution audit is a routine check of its services to ensure compliance with legal and industry standards. Hence, the audit procedure is a standardized process set up by banks to assess their level of compliance with relevant rules and regulations. Also...
