Cross-Border FX & Remittance Architecture

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Data flow diagram mapping cross-border remittance from sender through FX quote engine, AML watchlist, liquidity store, and beneficiary payout.

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What it shows

Lock FX quotes with short TTLs to prevent slippage during confirmation
Run synchronous AML watchlist screening before touching payment networks
Settle local bank payouts asynchronously using pre-funded liquidity pools

The takeaway

Decouple FX locking from domestic payout rails to eliminate currency volatility and compliance exposure.

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