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The Power of Generative AI in Adverse Media Screening

The Power of Generative AI in Adverse Media Screening

KYC

January 12, 2026

Nelson Cardoso, Senior Product Manager, KYC & Client Onboarding, NICE Actimize

In a world where reputational risks travel faster than ever, financial institutions (FIs) and compliance teams cannot afford to overlook the impact of adverse media. A single news article, whether accurate, biased or speculative, can trigger investigations, regulatory scrutiny or reputational damage. That is why adverse media screening has become a critical layer in Know Your Customer (KYC), onboarding and ongoing monitoring processes.

Fraud in 2026: Preparing for Convergence

Fraud in 2026: Preparing for Convergence

Fraud Prevention

December 8, 2025

Joe Bristow, Fraud SME Director, NICE Actimize

As we step into 2026, the fraud landscape continues to evolve at pace. New payment methods, regulatory shifts and emerging technologies are reshaping how consumers transact and how fraudsters exploit vulnerabilities. From agentic commerce and crypto adoption to the growing complexity of money mule networks, financial institutions (FIs) face into a growing list of new challenges to protect customers while maintaining seamless experiences. What once were isolated risks confined to specific channels are now converging, demanding cross-channel solutions, global collaboration and sharper decisioning frameworks.

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FCA Enforcement Activity Highlights a Busy Week for Regulator

Financial Markets Compliance

December 5, 2025

Paul Cottee, Director, Regulatory Compliance, NICE Actimize

The week of 24 November was a busy one for the FCA. On Wednesday, 26 November, two individuals were charged with insider dealing; one worked for an investment bank and was privy to information regarding a potential takeover. He leaked this information to the other individual, who then traded shares and spread bets on the basis of the privileged information. The case will now proceed to the Crown Court as a criminal proceeding.