Medium RiskPattern ID: TYP-SMUR

Smurfing & Structuring

Smurfing & Structuring

Structuring is the act of parceling what would otherwise be a large financial transaction into a series of smaller transactions to avoid detection by regulators.

Operational Indicators

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    Unexplained high-frequency transactions inconsistent with customer profile.

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    Structuring of cash deposits just below regulatory reporting thresholds.

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    Rapid movement of funds across multiple accounts in different jurisdictions.

Phase Info

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Target

Retail & SME

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