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Author Archives: Frida Wentzel

The Importance of SMEs for a Clean Transition

ESG & Sustainability, Risk & Finance

In March, the Platform on Sustainable Finance published two interesting reports covering the same topics; Monitoring capital flows to sustainable Investments (…

The Swedish government published its proposition to repeal the Certain Consumer Credit-related Operations Act

This means that all companies currently operating under LVK— creditors as well as intermediaries —must apply for either a banking or a credit market company…

The EU AI Act and Its Implications for Credit Risk Models in Banking

Risk & Finance, Risk Measurement

Definition of AI Systems Under the Act The AI Act defines AI systems through seven key elements: Machine-based system: Operating through hardware or software Autonomy:…

The Human Factor in Cybersecurity: How Social Engineering Builds Fraud Empires 

Cyber & Digital Risk

Social engineering attacks bypass traditional security systems by preying on trust, urgency, and authority. While many cyber threats target software weaknesses, social engineering is particularly…

Summary of Cryptocurrency and Blockchain Risks, Protections, and the Importance of Audits

Cyber & Digital Risk

Cryptocurrency and Blockchain Risks Cryptocurrency and blockchain technology present several risks, ranging from technical vulnerabilities to regulatory challenges. One of the primary concerns is security,…

Sustainability after Omnibus

ESG & Sustainability

Here are some of the key takeaways of the proposed changes: CSRD Scope: The proposal recommends mandatory reporting requirements only for companies with more than…

Conducting DPIAs – Proactive Risk Management or Compliance Obligation?

DPIAs help organisations ensure obligatory compliance and safeguard personal data, but correctly performed, they can also be leveraged as proactive risk management. Yet, performing a…

A Broader Skillset – The Key to Effective Anti-Money Laundering

AML/Financial Crime Prevention

The Importance of a Diverse Skillset in Combating Money Laundering In an increasingly complex and regulated financial landscape, deep regulatory knowledge alone is no longer…

Anomaly Detection To Combat Fraud

AML/Financial Crime Prevention, Insurance

Spicing up the claims value for a broken camera, or systematic vehicle insurance fraud on through an insider? Every year, Swedish insurance companies handle more…

The Swedish Ministry of Finance proposes to repeal the Certain Consumer Credit-related Operations Act

Compliance & Governance

The update includes no major changes from the proposal from May which means that all consumer credit companies currently operating under the act, regardless of…