AUSTRAC is expanding its Fintel Alliance initiative which has been successful in combating financial crime through collaborative intelligence sharing.
Fintel Alliance, established in 2017, involves major banks, remittance and gambling service providers, and law enforcement agencies sharing real-time data and insights.
The alliance's efforts have led to the detection of serious crimes including money laundering, child exploitation, and tax evasion by analyzing millions of cash deposit transactions.
To support its growth, AUSTRAC is increasing staff capacity, enhancing the analytics hub, and engaging more industry partners, with a focus on tackling organized crime and expanding its regulatory oversight.