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Transaction Monitoring

Overview

Transaction monitoring is the process of analyzing financial activity in real time or retrospectively to detect suspicious behavior. It is a regulatory requirement under AML/CFT laws. Institutions set rules and risk-based scenarios to flag unusual activity, such as large transfers, rapid movements of funds, or dealings with high-risk jurisdictions.
Advanced systems use machine learning to reduce false positives and detect emerging typologies. Regulators expect continuous monitoring and prompt filing of SAR/STRs when suspicious activity is detected.Effective monitoring not only ensures compliance but also protects institutions from financial and reputational risks tied to financial crime.

FAQ

What is transaction monitoring?

The analysis of financial activity to detect suspicious transactions.

Why is it required?

Regulators mandate it under AML/CFT frameworks globally.

How is it performed?

With rules, risk-based scoring, and increasingly, AI/ML tools.

Who uses it?

Banks, fintechs, insurers, and payment providers.

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