NICE Actimize has amassed an impressive array of awards and honors over the years, showcasing its groundbreaking innovations in anti-money laundering, fraud management, and financial markets compliance. These accolades may fill shelves, but the most meaningful honor comes from the industry itself, those that recognize a legacy built over time rather than a single standout year or solution. One such prestigious award is the TabbFORUM NOVA Award, which NICE Actimize has proudly received for the third consecutive year.
According to a recent technology and market overview report by Chartis Research, “Overall, financial crime detection, prevention, and compliance are in a healthy state: innovation is thriving, the customer experience is a central consideration, and financial inclusion is a real possibility for the first time in a long while.” This is excellent news for the industry.
Another eventful week has unfolded in the financial crime world, and coincidentally, the Federal Trade Commission has unveiled compelling new data on the pervasive nature of fraud, and the damage scammers are inflicting on all of us. The FTC’s report, revealing a staggering rise in reported fraud losses that surpassed $12.5 billion in 2024, serves as a stark reminder of the pressing need for swift and effective fraud prevention measures.
Financial crime is a shapeshifter. Every year, new tactics emerge, old schemes resurface with a digital twist, and financial institutions find themselves in an ongoing race to keep up. Between 2020 and 2024, SAR filings surged by 51.8%, peaking in 2023 before experiencing a marginal decline in 2024 (-0.2%). But make no mistake—this isn’t a sign of fraud slowing down. It’s a reflection of financial criminals evolving faster than ever, exploiting new technologies, economic instability, and regulatory gaps.
Client onboarding is the gateway to a financial institutions’ (FIs) relationship with their customers. When done right, it fosters trust, ensures compliance, and accelerates revenue. However, common and wide-spread inefficiencies create customer friction, delays, and regulatory risks. Leveraging data effectively, from the start, is critical to onboarding success.
This week, for the fourth consecutive year, NICE Actimize received the prestigious “Suitability” award from the WealthBriefing/WealthTech Americas Awards 2025. This accolade marks a pivotal moment in the evolving wealth management landscape. According to McKinsey & Company, the industry is currently experiencing a robust growth phase, driven by an increase in American wealth and increasingly complex client needs. Notably, clients are showing a greater willingness to invest in personalized, human-delivered financial advice.
In recent years, the growing emphasis on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria has reshaped how businesses operate across various industries. As regulatory frameworks evolve, organizations are increasingly integrating ESG factors into their decision-making processes to not only meet stakeholder expectations but also mitigate risks. One area where this integration is gaining significant attention is Anti-Money Laundering (AML) practice as it aligns with the broader push for responsible and sustainable financial practices. The convergence of ESG and AML presents a unique opportunity to strengthen financial crime prevention efforts while aligning with global sustainability goals. In this blog we will explore the integration of ESG in AML framework, highlighting how financial institutions can integrate these critical components to enhance compliance, promote ethical practices, and create long-term value. Lastly, we will analyze how Actimize can help Financial Institutions (FI) to understand requirements, adapt ESG risk management processes, and transform their activities while remaining both efficient and compliant.
Money laundering remains a pervasive global challenge, with its scale ever increasing. Some estimates indicate that over 6 trillion dollars are laundered each year. Unfortunately, less than 2% of money being laundered is recovered. The amount of money laundering being identified and reported to appropriate authorities is higher. However, it is hard to determine what that percentage is, but it is likely a fraction of the 6 trillion laundered by the criminals.