Faster, easier and lower-cost digital channels have been adopted by regulated organisations to achieve new business growth. However, current regulatory requirements create a complex landscape, particularly when it comes to delivering the convenience of signing up through digital channels and the business is still using manual processes for Know Your Customer (KYC) identity verification. … Read More
KYC Checks
What Are the 7 Biggest Mistakes Firms Are Making When it Comes to PEPs & Sanctions?
There is still a great deal of confusion surrounding the client due diligence process.One area that causes the greatest confusion relates to the 4MLD approach to Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs) and Sanctions checks on individuals and entities. The following represent 7 main misconceptions relating to PEPS and Sanctions Compliance. … Read More
Why do businesses need to do KYC AML checks?
The UK enforces strict AML and KYC regulations, requiring businesses to verify customer identities and monitor transactions. Compliance ensures protection against financial crimes and avoids penalties, with automation improving efficiency. … Read More
NorthRow to Verify International Users for UK Open Banking
NorthRow (a Contego solutions business), the RegTech and compliance specialist, has been chosen by the UK’s Open Banking Implementation Entity (the ‘OBIE’), to verify its users in the European Union and the rest of the world. The move follows the successful implementation of verification processes for UK users, streamlining services for customers. The new partnership will see NorthRow verify users throughout the EU and the fast-emerging markets in Asia Pacific, including: India, the Philippines and Australia/New Zealand. … Read More