Mules Carry More than You Think

Mule accounts are most well known for their role in the fraud supply chain infrastructure and the money laundering process. But what some financial institutions do not realize is the reputational damage, regulatory risk, and comprehensive financial impact that goes along with them. Learn even more about the impact mules can have by requesting an intelligence briefing with a global expert.

90%

of money mule transactions link directly to cybercrime

78%⬆

in money mule activity among persons under 21

33%

of financial institutions cite lack of resources as their biggest challenge to addressing mules

79%

of confirmed mule accounts were highly active 90 days before an incoming payment

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The Problem with Mules

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Costly Monitoring Solutions

Reactive or transaction monitoring solutions have increased operational costs to investigate, report, and shutter the account.

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Bad Rep

There is the risk of reputational damage and loss of customer trust if your bank or financial institution's brand is associated with mule accounts and money laundering.

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They Can't Be Ignored

You risk financial losses due to inaction regarding mule accounts. You can be hit with regulatory fines and frozen accounts and assets from investigations.

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A Growing Herd

There has been a large uptick in willing mule account harvesters and participants, and more than 90% of mule transactions are directly related to cybercrime.

A Closer Look at Mules

Learn why mules are so difficult to track and how BioCatch has created a more sophisticated solution that understands mules in a way that allows financial institutions to take action against them.

The Emerging Case for Proactive Mule Detection

Access Aite-Novarica’s analyst report on current mule trends and strategies

Discover what leading banks expect for mule activity moving forward, current approaches to managing the problem, and how they are mobilizing to address it.

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