Vital4 was proud to attend the 2025 ACAMS Hollywood Conference, where global experts, regulators, and innovators gathered to explore the rapidly transforming landscape of financial crime compliance. From geopolitical tensions to groundbreaking uses of AI, this year’s event confirmed one thing: the future of compliance is here—and it’s demanding more precision, resilience, and innovation than ever before.  Sanctions as Strategy: National Security Meets Compliance  The sanctions landscape has evolved from a regulatory concern to a [...]

The fintech world descended upon Las Vegas last week for Fintech Meetup 2025, and let’s just say—it did not disappoint! Over three days, we immersed ourselves in insightful discussions, cutting-edge innovations, and yes, even some friendly competition on the pickleball court. Here’s a look back at the highlights.  Connecting, Collaborating, & Creating Change  With 4,000+ fintech professionals, the energy at the conference was electric. Whether through speed networking, deep-dive sessions, or casual coffee chats, it [...]

The recent Money20/20 event in Las Vegas showcased groundbreaking advancements and discussions in Fintech, compliance, and digital finance. For Vital4, it was an invaluable opportunity to dive into topics that impact financial data access, fraud prevention, and the shifting dynamics between FinTech's and traditional banks. Here's a quick recap of key insights from this year’s conference and what they mean for the industry.  Open Banking and the CFPB Rule 1033: Transforming Financial Data Access One [...]

The 2024 Follow Money, Fight Slavery Summit brought together leaders, experts, and advocates from around the world to discuss innovative ways to combat human trafficking through financial and intelligence strategies. This year’s summit showcased the power of cross-sector collaboration, data-driven insights, and the importance of following financial transactions to disrupt trafficking networks. Below is a summary of the key statistics and insights from the event.  A Powerful Three-Day Event  The summit spanned three days and [...]

The landscape of financial crime and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) continues to evolve at a breakneck pace, driven by the proliferation of cryptocurrencies, decentralized finance (DeFi), and complex third-party relationships. ACAMS Vegas 2024 brought together leading industry professionals and regulators to address these challenges head-on. Below are key insights from some of the most impactful sessions.  1. Opening Session – "Together Against Exploitation: Insights from a Survivor and the Federal Government"  One of the most powerful [...]