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remote onboarding

Remote onboarding made easy: Vet and verify directors in 5 steps [Infographic]

When onboarding new corporate clients, verifying directors isn’t just about ticking boxes – it’s about safeguarding your business and building trust from the start. But let’s be honest, compliance processes can feel overwhelming. That’s why we’ve outlined a straightforward approach … Read More

director verification

Remote director verification for KYB: What compliance teams need to know

Director verification is crucial for Know Your Business (KYB) compliance. Remote verification tools improve accuracy, prevent fraud, and streamline the process, helping firms meet regulatory requirements and reduce financial crime risks. … Read More

Identify UBOs

Modern tools and strategies helping companies identify UBOs in complex corporate structures

Identifying Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBOs) is challenging due to complex corporate structures. Modern tools like RegTech, global databases, and automated mapping help firms meet regulatory requirements and reduce financial crime risks. … Read More

identifying UBOs

Identifying Ultimate Beneficial Owners: Why is it so challenging?

Uncovering Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBOs) is a crucial part of tackling financial crime, but it’s not without its challenges. At the heart of these challenges are complex corporate structures. Shell companies, trusts, and multiple layers of ownership can easily hide … Read More

hidden ownership

The top 10 indicators of potential hidden ownership and how to address them

Hidden ownership structures pose compliance risks; identifying red flags like complex structures, false documents, and offshore ties ensures regulatory adherence. … Read More

UBO identification

Spotting red flags in UBO identification

Identifying true business owners is critical for AML compliance. Discover six key red flags that signal hidden UBOs, exposing tactics like complex structures or false reporting used to mask illicit activities. … Read More

UBO non-compliance

Ultimate Beneficial Owners, ultimate consequences: 5 headline fines for non-compliance

Failing to identify Ultimate Beneficial Owners can be costly. Discover five real-world cases showcasing fines, reputational damage, and financial risks. … Read More

complex corporate structures

Complex corporate structures and why they cause challenges

Unravel the complexities of Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBOs) with our infographic, exploring challenges in identifying true ownership amid layered structures, jurisdictional gaps, and hidden risks like PEPs or sanctions. … Read More

Manual KYB

5 manual KYB processes that shouldn’t exist in 2024

Regulated businesses need to transition away from manual Know Your Business (KYB) processes, which are inefficient, error-prone, and risky in today’s tech-driven world. As regulations grow more complex and the need to manage risks increases, manual tasks such as document collection, beneficial owner verification, sanctions screening, risk assessment, and ongoing monitoring are becoming outdated. … Read More

investment management kyb

How to proactively manage risk in investment firms with automated KYB

Investment management firms face significant AML compliance challenges due to diverse products, complex client profiles, and varying regulations across jurisdictions. Automated Know Your Business (KYB) solutions streamline risk management by generating accurate onboarding risk scores, creating tailored risk profiles, and providing real-time alerts for proactive monitoring. … Read More