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Transaction monitoring system (TMS)

Definition

An automated system that screens transaction data against a library of typologies and thresholds to generate alerts for potential money laundering. A key component of an AML programme. The system must be calibrated to the institution's risk profile, and every alert must be reviewed and documented by a qualified analyst.

Related terms

Beneficial ownership
The natural person(s) who ultimately own or control a legal entity or arrangement, or on whose behalf a transaction is conducted. FATF...
Customer due diligence (CDD)
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FATF Recommendations
The 40 international standards issued by the Financial Action Task Force that set out the measures countries should implement to prevent money...
Mutual Evaluation Report (MER)
An assessment of a country's compliance with the FATF Recommendations, conducted by FATF-style regional bodies or by FATF itself. Published publicly. Identifies...
Suspicious activity report (SAR)
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  • AML Compliance Audits and FATF StandardsAn automated system that screens transaction data against a library of typologies and thresholds to generate alerts for potential money laundering. A key compo...

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