The Ministry of Finance deemed a transaction worth 578 billion lira in two years as risky.

New Measures Launched to Combat Fake Documents

According to the statement by the Ministry of Treasury and Finance, the Provincial Inspection Board (VDK) has implemented new measures in the fight against fake documents, effective from October 1. Within this framework, the KURGAN System has been activated and has started to analyze transaction risks.

What Does the KURGAN System Do?

The AI-supported KURGAN works with current data to scan buying and selling transactions in the economy. This system identifies risky transactions and can quickly determine potential risks associated with the use of fake documents. Based on historical data, the system identified that transactions worth approximately 190 billion lira involving 8,753 sellers and 35,901 buyers for the year 2023 are risky. Assessments for the year 2024 are ongoing regarding transactions worth approximately 389 billion lira involving 11,530 sellers and 52,557 buyers.

Analysis of Risky Transactions Over Two Years

When sellers and buyers engaging in duplicate transactions are excluded, approximately 578 billion lira worth of transactions involving 17,373 sellers and 77,834 buyers have been subjected to risk analysis for two years. The application has focused solely on detecting high-risk transactions.

Buyers are Being Informed

When the KURGAN System detects risky transactions, over 70,000 letters have started to be sent to taxpayer buyers requesting information. This application aims to inform taxpayers about their risk status prior to potential audits.

Accountants are Also Being Informed

VDK is also sending information to the financial advisors of taxpayer buyers associated with risky transactions. These notifications are made not to impose any liability, but to guide the taxpayers.

Goal: To Inform and Ensure Compliance

Minister of Treasury and Finance Mehmet Şimşek emphasized that the fight against unrecorded transactions continues with the latest technology. Şimşek stated, "The aim of these systems is not to punish taxpayers, but to inform and invite them for voluntary compliance. We are protecting the rights of honest taxpayers," he said.