MoneyGram wired transfer implemented many changes to its technology platforms designed to prevent or detect suspicious transactions. AgentConnect allows MoneyGram agents to integrate the money transfer service with their internal security and training processes. In due time MoneyGram separated from the Western Union and became an independent brand. The easiest way to send money via MoneyGram - is to use our website and find the nearest MoneyGram agent location. In 2011, a global network of agents of MoneyGram has grown up to 256 000 service points, thus its growth is 24% compared to the same period of the previous year. MoneyGram launched a new in-person bill payment service which will be delivered through agents in their domestic network, giving consumers an easy, low-cost method to pay their bills. For the company MoneyGram is important not only to provide customers with an easy and convenient way to carry out money transfers and support their families at home, but also to help them as much as possible to adapt to the foreign countries. Until 2004, the owners of MoneyGram were Viad Corp and Travelers Express Company Inc. Today, MoneyGram - is the second world leader by the growth of money transfers between individuals and the dynamics of international network services.