International Compliance Association

'AI is not simply a tool; it is a strategic capability that is changing how organisations discover value, make decisions and evidence accountability. ‘Boards that see it only as a technical upgrade are narrowing their field of vision precisely when it needs to widen. The challenge is not how to install AI, but how to govern it – ethically, strategically, and at speed.’ Read more in this week’s #ICAinsight: https://ow.ly/Hr5850XzWeO

Wishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving from all at ICA. Today, we're grateful for the dedicated compliance professionals who uphold integrity and trust across organisations worldwide. What are you most thankful for in your compliance career this year? #Thanksgiving2025

On 26 November 2025, Richard Soh, Executive Director of Anti-Fraud, Bribery & Corruption Policy, Advisory and Training (AFBC) at UOB Group Compliance, addressed members at the International Compliance Association KL Networking Event on the urgent need for a whole-of-nation approach to combat scams and money mules. This challenge is increasingly critical in Malaysia. Key highlights from Richard’s presentation: ✅ Scam trends in Malaysia: Online scams caused RM1.12 billion in losses in the first half of 2025, with investment scams involving e-wallets and cryptocurrency leading the pack. Alarmingly, scammers are now targeting children, adding a new dimension to the threat. ✅ Regional perspective: Singapore recorded $1.1 billion in losses in 2024, underscoring that scams are a cross-border issue requiring regional collaboration. ✅ Industry collaboration: UOB partners with authorities and industry bodies to implement proactive measures such as Money Lock, real-time fraud surveillance, and joint operations to protect customers. ✅ Education & training: UOB invests in community outreach and customised training for frontline staff, which has successfully prevented millions in potential losses. Richard emphasised that combating scams in Malaysia and across the region demands strong partnerships between government, financial institutions, and the community. Together, we can build a safer digital ecosystem. #AntiScam #Compliance #CyberSecurity #FinancialCrimePrevention

As the year winds down and the festive season approaches, now is the perfect moment to pause and celebrate the incredible achievements of your team. Whether an individual, initiative, project, or team. Why wait? ⏳ Use this quieter period of the year to reflect on your successes and give your team the recognition they deserve. Choose your category and register for the awards* before Friday 19 December to be entered into a prize draw to win a bottle of champagne for your table at the ICA Compliance Awards Europe 2026! *You can easily change your categories later once registered. Register today: https://lnkd.in/ei_DQxaa #ICAAwards #Compliance #FinCrime

This inCONVERSATION LIVE follows the successful and popular discussion with Paul Eccleson earlier this year, which explored the key factors that contribute to poor decision-making. The same themes will be developed with a particular focus on the impact of AI on our cognitive development. Paul, an experienced Board Chair and Chief Risk Officer, will draw on his background in psychology and AI to address fundamental questions raised by current technological developments.

Effective transaction monitoring relies on ensuring you have the right customer segmentation and scenario thresholds. This new three-part checklist series, produced with Malverde, provides a practical guide on how to approach these key aspects of transaction monitoring systems, with part 1 delving into top-down segmentation. Look out for next month's part 2, when the series will move on to bottom-up segmentation, before concluding with scenario threshold setting in part 3. ICA Members can find a range of practical checklists within Collections on our Learning Hub: https://lnkd.in/eVH5afHQ

‘Romance fraud hits the headlines because it preys on trust. The right response isn’t a new category; it’s a clear view of the mechanism and controls that disrupt it.’ Following recent regulatory focus on romance fraud, Matthew Russell of Avyse Partners outlines a risk management framework to help strengthen controls and reduce harm. Read more in this week’s #ICAinsight: https://lnkd.in/e_GrzpC4

The top 7 most popular pieces of content in the ICA Learning Hub last month. Become an ICA member now to gain access to these pieces of content, plus much more: https://lnkd.in/esUSQd8G

ICA are pleased to announce a new partnership with Africa Risk Management and Compliance Partners. This collaboration is built on the shared commitment to deliver high-quality training and qualifications and elevate compliance standards across the globe. Africa Risk Management and Compliance Partners (ARMC Partners) are a risk management and regulatory compliance advisory company that serve banks and financial services providers across the sub-Saharan Africa region.

Looking to enhance your team's capabilities and protect your firm from evolving risks? Our tailored training programmes are designed to address your specific challenges. ✅ Globally recognised ICA qualifications ✅ Customised briefings, workshops and e-learning ✅ Confidently meet evolving regulatory requirements ✅ Maximise your training budget. Download our brochure to learn more and request a callback from our Corporate Solutions team: https://lnkd.in/ecFPPfCt #ComplianceTraining #CorporateTraining