Discai ticks all the boxes in the Synpulse AI in Compliance report

Discai ticks all the boxes in the Synpulse AI in Compliance report

Discai has been recognised as a well-positioned niche provider in the latest Synpulse study, AI in Compliance. The independent report explores the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence adoption across the financial compliance sector in Switzerland and Liechtenstein, shedding light on key trends, risks, and opportunities for financial institutions.

AI adoption in Swiss compliance: promise meets resistance

The study outlines that although market enthusiasm for AI in compliance is growing, real-world implementation is lagging. While the perception of AI adoption is high, fewer than 20% of banks currently have AI systems actively running in compliance environments—excluding those embedded in third-party solutions. The market is slowly emerging from its sandbox phase, but progress is cautious and highly regulated.

Machine learning remains the dominant engine behind most AI efforts, favored for its relative simplicity and compatibility with established risk and governance frameworks. According to the report, transaction monitoring stands out as the use case with the most significant efficiency and effectiveness gains. Other notable applications include:

• AML/KYC, often through third-party name screening tools
• Fraud prevention
• Market conduct surveillance, including market abuse detection
• Broader compliance services such as regulatory screening, employee training, and chatbot deployment

The Swiss market remains particularly sensitive to data risks. Public SaaS deployments are considered a non-starter for most banks, and 75% of respondents cited “very high” challenges in managing model risk. There is also significant concern about talent availability, with financial institutions struggling to upskill or source local AI-savvy resources.

Discai scores high in areas that matter most

Within this complex and cautious environment, Discai is recognised as a standout provider, particularly in AI-based transaction monitoring and in the areas of model, data, cyber, and third-party risk management. The study includes 19 vendors, offering a rare side-by-side comparison of available market solutions.

Discai’s positioning reflects its strategic focus: combining proven AI technologies with robust governance, an emphasis on explainability, and close alignment with banking compliance requirements. As the study notes, the path to successful AI implementation involves a triad of human validation, strong control frameworks, and production pilots that quickly demonstrate value.

These findings reinforce Discai’s own experience in the Swiss and German markets, where cautious innovation and deep domain expertise go hand-in-hand. Discai sees substantial potential in partnering with local, traditional fintech players to deliver fully compliant, locally processed solutions.

Get the scoop

The AI in Compliance survey by Synpulse provides a rare window into a complex and rapidly evolving domain. Gain insight into adoption trends, risk perceptions, and the vendor landscape by reading the executive summary here.