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When Rules Become Risk: Treating BSA/AML Systems as Models
But it's not a model!! This might sound obvious to most of us as BSA/AML transaction monitoring systems have been treated as models for...
Jul 312 min read
The Hidden Risk in AML Programs: Poor Data Governance
We all know the saying as it relates to model data: 🚮 garbage in, garbage out 🚮 . 🚨 But when it comes to AML models, the stakes are...
Jul 311 min read
FDIC’s Q1 2025 Banking Profile: Solid at a Glance, But Look Again
The FDIC published its quarterly banking profile for Q1 2025 yesterday. While the report looks "solid" on the surface, once you dive in a...
Jul 142 min read
Certified ≠ Validated: Know the Difference
If your institution relies on vendor models, this might save you from costly missteps and regulatory headaches. 🛑 Model Certifications ≠...
Jul 142 min read
A Better Approach to Model Validation: Practical, Thoughtful, Useful
Let’s be real - no one really gets too excited about a model validation. For many model owners, it can feel like a frustrating drain on...
Jul 142 min read
Principles That Guide Our Work at ValuRisk Partners
Now that I’ve launched my own firm, ValuRisk Partners, I’ve been reflecting on some of the lessons that have shaped how I approach model...
Jul 142 min read
Striking the Balance: Collaboration Between the 1st and 2nd Lines of Defense in Model Risk Management
In today’s highly regulated and data-driven financial environment, models are at the heart of decision-making, from credit underwriting...
May 62 min read
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