Moody’s Talks: KYC Decoded

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Moody’s Talks: KYC Decoded

Moody’s Talks: KYC Decoded is your window into the world of financial crime fighters and the industries that arm them against the illegal actors that threaten people, companies and society. Listen and learn from subject matter experts, authors and practitioners to find out how you can better address and mitigate the risks to your business and community.

  1. 13 HR. AGO

    GenAI unlocked: A new future for traditional risk departments?

    Imagine a world where the bulk of your workday is dedicated to gaining a deep understanding of financial criminal behavior and forecasting future transgressions - rather than being spent on monotonous research hunting for risk signals down rabbit holes. Could generative AI help make this vision a reality? In this episode of KYC Decoded, Moody’s own Chief Product Officer, Nick Reed, sits down with host, Alex Pillow, to candidly discuss the possibility of addressing integrated risk at scale leveraging AI. Highlights of their conversation include: democratizing data access and team interaction; how AI agents can help transform traditional workflows; the foundational need for Master Data Management; and the potential opportunities for practitioners who embrace a new way of thinking.

    33 min

  2. JAN 29

    Preventing, detecting, and disrupting human trafficking with information systems

    Human trafficking is one of the most terrible crimes imaginable. And, yet, the magnitude of it is so overwhelming that it can feel nearly impossible to tackle. But, what if there was a way to flip this problem on its head? Could we learn from technologists who use feedback loops to build information systems and apply this same way of thinking to a new challenge?  In this KYC Decoded episode, we are honored to give the mic to Researcher and Assistant Professor of Information Systems at University of North Texas, Laurie Giddens. Partnering with Jodie Brinkerhoff, VP of Innovation at the third busiest airport in the world, the Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, Laurie was able to gather valuable, firsthand data and insights to better understand the existing challenges when combating human trafficking. Her enlightening conversation with host, Alex Pillow, explores probing questions like: how do data and technology change the possibilities for how we tackle human trafficking; within the prevention, detection, and disruption paradigm, where should innovation focus first; what data points should we look at when building new technologies and what kinds of unstructured data should be considered; what stakeholders should be included to collect data and work through possible solutions; similarities between the data challenges of AML and transaction monitoring with this part of the risk ecosystem, and how they could learn from each other; and how could feedback loops help fight human trafficking more effectively?

    48 min

  3. JAN 15

    Deepfakes 101: Outsmarting the fraudsters

    The cat and mouse game of criminals vs. regulators and compliance teams can feel intense, and the stakes are high. With advanced AI and deep learning technologies like deepfake, fraudulent activity is easier, cheaper, and more sophisticated than ever before. However, the same advancement in tools and technologies is exactly what’s needed to fight back, and even get ahead. In this episode of KYC Decoded, we are happy to share the mic with deepfake experts David Thomas, Head of Product - Global Documents & Biometrics at GBG, and Paul Warren-Tape, Head of Risk and Compliance at IDVerse. Their gripping conversation with host Alex Pillow explores questions like: What are deepfakes and how are they created? What are the far-reaching consequences of using deepfake technologies for nefarious activity, and who are the victims? How do we know what to trust when we can’t rely on our eyes and ears alone? What controls and technologies are needed in the identification space? Who is leading the way in getting ahead of fraudsters? How can we use powerful technology ethically and responsibly?

    1h 2m

  4. JAN 8

    Exploitation exposed: Modern slavery matters

    This episode includes accounts of physical, mental, and sexual abuse, stemming from modern slavery and human trafficking. These topics may be distressing for some individuals. Listener discretion is advised. In the making of "The Infinite Game," Moody's docuseries, a wealth of expert interviews were conducted, however due to the time constraints and narrative of the piece some interviews were regrettably cut during the final edit. Justine Carter’s illuminating interview on combating human trafficking and modern slavery was one of these, but we're delighted to now bring it the KYC Decoded audience as a special episode where listeners can learn from Justine's solo narrative that offers a deep dive into the entwined realities of human trafficking, financial crime, and their impacts. Key topics she discusses include the current state and scope of modern slavery laws and regulations; an overview of the various forms of human exploitation; the significance of supply chain oversight and ethical business practices; sharing the harrowing experiences faced by victims of modern slavery; the need for unified efforts across industries to effectively address this issue; and the role of technological innovations in combating modern slavery.

    37 min

  5. 12/18/2024

    The deep, dark woods: Navigating the illegal timber trade

    You may be familiar with yacht owners being sanctioned, but what of the potential risks tied to the yachts themselves? Burmese teak wood, commonly found in marine vessels, is known for its exceptional quality, natural water resistance, and premium price tag. Unfortunately, that price tag is not nearly as steep as the potential consequences of supporting the illegal timber trade. In this episode of KYC Decoded, we're honored to welcome Kate Klikis, forest campaigner and Myanmar timber expert from the Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA). In an enlightening conversation with host, Alex Pillow, Kate educates us on the illegal timber trade and its greater implications. Key topics include: the differences between legal and illegal timber trading; the illegal timber trade in Myanmar; global regulations to combat the illegal timber trade; industries most vulnerable to risks associated with illegal timber trading; and the integrated risks involved with illegal deforestation, sanctions, money laundering, bribery and corruption, counterfeiting, and more.

    34 min

  6. 12/13/2024

    Fraud in focus: Understanding the complexity of modern scams

    Let's get into the evolving world of fraud on KYC Decoded, where the complexity and sophistication of fraud now poses new and daunting challenges for professionals and organizations alike. This episode draws on invaluable insights from the Cifas Fraudscape report, brought to life by guest, Stephen Dalton, Director of Intelligence at Cifas. Together with our host, Alex Pillow, they analyze the most concerning fraud trends, uncover the advanced tactics of fraudsters, and emphasize the importance of data in defending against threats.  Key topics in this episode include: the factors leading to the rise in reported fraud cases and strategies to combat this upward trend; the sophistication of modern scams and the impact on targeted industries; fraudulent activities committed by lone individuals versus organized crime groups; how AI is leveraged by both fraudsters and compliance professionals; and the essential measures to detecting and disrupting fraud.

    41 min

  7. 11/08/2024

    Is the future of financial crime prevention beyond traditional KYC?

    The positioning of “traditional” KYC against new and emerging methodologies creates opportunities to assess the most effective processes and technologies used to prevent financial crime. It raises the question: What transformative actions and AI implementations are needed to revolutionize a KYC framework, ensuring the industry is prepared for future advancement? In this episode of KYC Decoded, Hanjo Seibert, managing director and partner at Boston Consulting Group, and global lead for Compliance and Anti-Financial Crime (AFC) Technology Transformation joins our host Alex Pillow. Their insightful dialogue provides fresh viewpoints on questions such as: Are traditional KYC/AML methods sufficient to address the challenges professionals face today? How can rules-based and data-driven approaches combine to increase efficiency? How should professionals approach problem-solving: by prioritizing data first or by putting compliance considerations first? How can financial institutions ensure personnel are trained to effectively use new technologies against fraudsters who are also innovating rapidly? Will we continue to see multiple vendors providing diverse solutions, or is there a trend towards consolidating services into one-stop shops?

    57 min

  8. 10/25/2024

    Unpacking Article 5r of EU Reg. 833 | Financial surveillance

    In this episode of KYC Decoded, we dive into Article 5r which mandates European banks report any money transfers exceeding 100,000 euros leaving the EU, targeting entities with more than 40% Russian ownership. Join Moody’s Industry Practice Lead, Nicola Passariello, and host Alex Pillow as they unravel the complexities of financial surveillance under Article 5r of EU Reg. 833. Learn more about the implications this directive has for the financial sector and navigating complex ownership structures to meet new deadlines. Highlights include: An introduction and explanation of Article 5r of EU Reg. 833 Reporting requirements for financial institutions Challenges in identifying direct and indirect ownership Importance of having a full KYC program Common pitfalls and guidance for practitioners

    21 min
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Moody’s Talks: KYC Decoded is your window into the world of financial crime fighters and the industries that arm them against the illegal actors that threaten people, companies and society. Listen and learn from subject matter experts, authors and practitioners to find out how you can better address and mitigate the risks to your business and community.

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    Moody's Analytics
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    78
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