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Moody’s Talks: KYC Decoded

Moody"s Analytics

Moody’s Talks: KYC Decoded is your window into the world of financial crime fighters and the industries that arm them against the illegal actors that threaten people, companies and society. Listen and learn from subject matter experts, authors and practitioners to find out how you can better address and mitigate the risks to your business and community.

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00:45:55

Exploring AI in risk and compliance

Moody’s Talks: KYC Decoded ·

2025/10/22

In this episode, we dive into the findings of Moody’s latest global study on the use of artificial intelligence in risk-related compliance — an evolution of our 2023 research. This new report explores how attitudes, adoption, and applications of AI have shifted across industries and regions. We’re joined once again by Paul Nola, Partner at We Live Context, who returns to the show with host, Alex Pillow. Together, they explore the latest trends and insights from key benefits and drivers to barriers

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00:42:30

Moody’s x SAP: Built on trust

Moody’s Talks: KYC Decoded ·

2025/10/08

Moody’s and SAP are transforming how organizations approach risk, data, and trust—together. By combining Moody’s proficiency in risk data and analytics with SAP’s powerful enterprise software and cloud solutions, this partnership is paving the way for faster, smarter decision-making across industries. In this episode, host Alex Pillow sits down with Marc Geal, Head of Product Technology and Experience at SAP, and Ben Holloway, Senior Director of Strategic Partnerships Business Development at

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00:49:09

Supply chain in the spotlight

Moody’s Talks: KYC Decoded ·

2025/09/12

What do 1,000+ supply chain conversations teach us about resilience, innovation, and leadership? In this episode of KYC Decoded, Scott Luton, founder, CEO, and host of Supply Chain Now, sits down with host Alex Pillow, to share his hard-earned insights from years of frontline dialogue with industry leaders. With global disruption reshaping how organizations think about sourcing, automation, and strategy, this conversation dives deep into the evolving role of supply chain in today’s interconnected

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00:47:59

Crypto, cyber & a $1.5B crime

Moody’s Talks: KYC Decoded ·

2025/08/13

How does one crypto transaction spiral into a $1.5 billion cybercrime? The Bybit heist.This wasn’t just the largest crypto theft in history—it was a criminal feat of deception that exposed how even sophisticated systems can be breached when fraud, cybersecurity, and human oversight don’t align. In this episode, we are excited to welcome returning guest Geoff White, investigative journalist and creator of The Lazarus Heist podcast, to join host, Alex Pillow, in examining one of the most audacious

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00:31:11

Failure to prevent fraud episode

Moody’s Talks: KYC Decoded ·

2025/07/16

Fraud is one of the most pervasive challenges in the modern economy, accounting for enormous financial and societal harm. In response to this growing crisis, the UK has introduced a ‘failure to prevent fraud’ offence—a transformation that holds organizations accountable for their role in preventing fraudulent activities. In this episode, Moody’s Industry Practice Lead, Ted Datta, joins host Alex Pillow. Together, they dive into the implications of this new offence, exploring how it reshapes

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00:49:53

Data interoperability in action

Moody’s Talks: KYC Decoded ·

2025/07/02

What if all your data and systems could work together seamlessly, breaking down silos and unlocking endless possibilities? That’s the promise of data interoperability—connecting platforms and datasets to fuel smarter collaboration, sharper insights, and transformative innovation. In this episode, we welcome Ian Godfrey, Industry Practice Lead at Moody’s, who dives into the technologies, standards, and real-world challenges behind making data truly interoperable, and why it’s a game-changer for

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00:30:24

Mastering identity in a digital age

Moody’s Talks: KYC Decoded ·

2025/06/25

In this episode of KYC Decoded, we’re excited to highlight the newly formed partnership between Moody’s and GBG, a collaboration aimed at further streamlining business onboarding through continued development of smarter identity verification in Moody’s Maxsight™ platform. Joining us is Gus Tomlinson, Managing Director of Identity Fraud at GBG, to discuss the importance of balancing robust verification processes with a seamless customer experience. Key topics include: How identity verification

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00:35:00

pKYC progress: Past, present, future

Moody’s Talks: KYC Decoded ·

2025/06/04

Three years after our 2022 podcast series on Perpetual KYC (pKYC), we’re rebooting the topic to explore how the practice has evolved and where the industry stands today. The pKYC landscape has shifted, with advancements in technology, regulatory expectations, and data integration driving its adoption as a dynamic, real-time approach to customer due diligence. In this episode, Moody’s Industry Practice Leads, Chor Teh and Marisol Lopez Mellado join us for a discussion on questions like: How has pKYC

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00:50:52

Counterterrorism: All Source miniseries part 3

Moody’s Talks: KYC Decoded ·

2025/05/14

Terrorism is not a static threat—it’s evolving in complexity and reach, demanding new ways of thinking and acting to counter it. Staying ahead means knowing what to look for and equipping the intelligence and security community with the insights needed to act decisively in an unpredictable world. In this third installment of the All-Source miniseries, we’re bringing together two leading voices on counterterrorism: Russ Travers, Retired Senior Intelligence Executive and National Security Official,

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00:56:54

Intelligence analysis: All Source miniseries part 2

Moody’s Talks: KYC Decoded ·

2025/05/02

In a world increasingly defined by rapid information flow, interconnected risks, and complex decision-making, intelligence analysis has never been more critical—or challenging. In this second installment of our All Source miniseries, we are joined by Lieutenant General Guy Swan, U.S. Army (Retired) and President of Swan and Associates, LLC and Jason Lee, Industry Practice Lead at Moody’s who explore how the skills and insights gained from leveraging intelligence in military decision making can be

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00:47:08

Corporate espionage: All Source miniseries part 1

Moody’s Talks: KYC Decoded ·

2025/04/09

Could your company be the next target for corporate espionage, where trade secrets and competitive advantages hang in the balance? As corporate spies evolve their methods to outpace defenses, the risks have never been greater. In this gripping first episode of our All Source series, we’re joined by Michael Orlando, Senior Director of Global Security at Micron Technology, and Jason Lee, Industry Practice Lead at Moody’s, for an eye-opening exploration of the covert world of corporate espionage

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00:49:34

Fraud strategy: A growth engine?

Moody’s Talks: KYC Decoded ·

2025/03/26

Would you rather spend money recovering from a fraud-related attack or building an anti-fraud strategy? Organizations who become victims of fraud often find themselves paying enormous sums of money, managing severe reputational damage, and navigating uncertainties on how to better prepare for the future.In this episode of KYC Decoded we welcome Chen Zamir, fraud strategy advisor and founder of the consultancy Native[risk]. Chen shares his deep expertise on the topic of fraud with host Alex Pillow,

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00:45:10

Tranche 2: The future of AML and CTF compliance in...

Moody’s Talks: KYC Decoded ·

2025/03/13

Australia recently passed an amended anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CTF) bill that will soon include Tranche 2 entities in its regulatory regime. The result? Approximately 100,000 new entities under its scope. Regulating non-financial entities is not a new undertaking, as we’ve seen in countries like the UK, Singapore, and United Arab Emirates. Crucial to the success of the regime and overall client experience will be how Australian firms adopt the best practices shown by

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00:28:51

Sanctions 2025: What compliance professionals are...

Moody’s Talks: KYC Decoded ·

2025/02/26

We find ourselves 3 years out from the Russia/Ukraine war, and the sanctions climate continues to evolve. From changing global politicians to sanctions regulations and enforcements to evasion tactics, it is imperative compliance professionals stay alive to risks, and the consequences of not doing so. In this episode of KYC Decoded, we are pleased to welcome Moody’s Industry Practice Lead, Hera Smith, an expert on sanctions and AML. In this brief, informative conversation with host, Alex Pillow,

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00:49:07

OSINT 101: Turning data into intelligence

Moody’s Talks: KYC Decoded ·

2025/02/12

An exponential growth in data has coincided with the era of exponential risk - what does this mean for anti-financial crime and risk professionals? With ever increasing amounts of unstructured data and information at their fingertips, how can professional investigators implement sophisticated open-source intelligence (OSINT) investigations to make informed decisions?In this episode of KYC Decoded, we welcome the CEO of Blackdot Solutions and former forensic investigator, Stuart Clarke. Stuart breaks

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00:33:19

GenAI unlocked: A new future for traditional risk...

Moody’s Talks: KYC Decoded ·

2025/02/05

Imagine a world where the bulk of your workday is dedicated to gaining a deep understanding of financial criminal behavior and forecasting future transgressions - rather than being spent on monotonous research hunting for risk signals down rabbit holes. Could generative AI help make this vision a reality?In this episode of KYC Decoded, Moody’s own Chief Product Officer, Nick Reed, sits down with host, Alex Pillow, to candidly discuss the possibility of addressing integrated risk at scale leveraging

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00:48:03

Preventing, detecting, and disrupting human...

Moody’s Talks: KYC Decoded ·

2025/01/29

Human trafficking is one of the most terrible crimes imaginable. And, yet, the magnitude of it is so overwhelming that it can feel nearly impossible to tackle. But, what if there was a way to flip this problem on its head? Could we learn from technologists who use feedback loops to build information systems and apply this same way of thinking to a new challenge? In this KYC Decoded episode, we are honored to give the mic to Researcher and Assistant Professor of Information Systems at University of

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01:02:25

Deepfakes 101: Outsmarting the fraudsters

Moody’s Talks: KYC Decoded ·

2025/01/15

The cat and mouse game of criminals vs. regulators and compliance teams can feel intense, and the stakes are high. With advanced AI and deep learning technologies like deepfake, fraudulent activity is easier, cheaper, and more sophisticated than ever before. However, the same advancement in tools and technologies is exactly what’s needed to fight back, and even get ahead.In this episode of KYC Decoded, we are happy to share the mic with deepfake experts David Thomas, Head of Product - Global

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00:36:35

Exploitation exposed: Modern slavery matters

Moody’s Talks: KYC Decoded ·

2025/01/08

This episode includes accounts of physical, mental, and sexual abuse, stemming from modern slavery and human trafficking. These topics may be distressing for some individuals. Listener discretion is advised.In the making of "The Infinite Game," Moody's docuseries, a wealth of expert interviews were conducted, however due to the time constraints and narrative of the piece some interviews were regrettably cut during the final edit. Justine Carter’s illuminating interview on combating human trafficking

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00:33:44

The deep, dark woods: Navigating the illegal timber...

Moody’s Talks: KYC Decoded ·

2024/12/18

You may be familiar with yacht owners being sanctioned, but what of the potential risks tied to the yachts themselves? Burmese teak wood, commonly found in marine vessels, is known for its exceptional quality, natural water resistance, and premium price tag. Unfortunately, that price tag is not nearly as steep as the potential consequences of supporting the illegal timber trade.In this episode of KYC Decoded, we're honored to welcome Kate Klikis, forest campaigner and Myanmar timber expert from the

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