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Check Fraud in the Digital Age: Steps to Safeguard Your Customers

By Pinion Editorial | October 22, 2024
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It may come as a surprise, but checks – which many consider to be outdated – have become the payment type most vulnerable to fraud and are affecting most financial institutions and their customers. . According to the Association of Financial Professionals, 65% of organizations surveyed have fallen victim to check …

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The “CAT” is out of the Bag

By Pinion Editorial | October 22, 2024
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The Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (FFIEC)  recently made an announcement that they will stop making updates to the Cybersecurity Assessment Tool (CAT) and sunset the tool, effective August 31, 2025. The decision comes at a time when the cybersecurity landscape for financial institutions is rapidly evolving and receiving an …

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Anticipating the Sunset:

By Pinion Editorial | October 22, 2024
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The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), enacted in early 2018 marked one of the most significant overhauls of the U.S. tax system in decades which reduced tax rates for individuals and entities, and altered deductions and depreciation rules. Although many of the provisions are set to expire at the …

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Documentation is Key for Disaster Assistance after Hurricane Helene

By Pinion Editorial | October 1, 2024
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Recovery from Hurricane Helene is well underway in the Southeast, and many farmers are struggling with decisions on what to do with damaged crops and livestock facilities. The Category 4 storm impacted farms in the states of Florida, Georgia, Tennessee and the Carolinas, where fast winds and flooding washed out …

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Cyber Reality Bites into U.S. Food Supply Chain: How to Protect Your Operation

By Pinion Editorial | September 27, 2024
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If you’ve previously brushed off the notion of cyber threats, it’s time to reconsider. The food and agriculture industry has just become the seventh most targeted industry in the U.S. for cybercrimes. No size or scope of operation is immune. “Wherever in the country you may live—from California to Nebraska …

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Mastering ICFR Audits: A Guide for Banks with Over $1 Billion in Assets

By Pinion Editorial | September 9, 2024
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Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) audits are a cornerstone of financial accountability, especially for banks with over $1 billion in assets. The Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) mandates that public companies, including large banks, maintain robust internal controls and undergo ICFR audits to ensure the accuracy and reliability of their financial …

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