The Invisible Threat: How Micro-Laundering Slips Past Traditional AML Controls

How small can a transaction be before it disappears into the background noise? Unfortunately, that’s the challenge facing so many risk teams right now as savvy actors use “micro-laundering” and round-tripping to dodge traditional AML controls. By slicing large sums into tiny, frequent transfers, often across borders and with the help of mules, criminals exploit […]

Transaction Laundering in Payment Gateways: A Hidden Threat to Compliance

As compliance leaders, we often find ourselves facing increasingly sophisticated methods employed by criminals who exploit the vulnerabilities in our defences. One particularly insidious strategy that frequently goes undetected is transaction laundering through payment gateways—often camouflaged behind seemingly legitimate e-commerce sites. At first glance, these websites appear innocuous, showcasing everyday products like clothing and electronics. […]