Free Resource: What's the Difference? Unusual Transaction vs. Suspicious Transaction

What’s the Difference? is a series that helps clarify key compliance terms by breaking down commonly confused concepts, regulations, and industry jargon—making compliance easier to understand and apply. In this edition, we’re tackling Unusual Transaction vs. Suspicious Transaction. Although they may sound similar, these terms carry distinct meanings and implications in AML processes. This resource explains how to tell them apart, how each fits into transaction monitoring, and what that means for your day-to-day compliance efforts. This edition is available as a free downloadable slideshow.