Introduction Identity verification is crucial in today's digital world. With the rise of online transactions, remote working, and virtual communication, it's essential to ensure that people are who they say they are. Automated identity checks can help prevent fraud, ensure compliance, and protect businesses and customers. In this blog, we'll explore why you need automated… Continue reading Why You Need Automated Identity Checks
Introduction In today's global financial landscape, combating money laundering has become a top priority for governments and financial institutions worldwide, and they are often turning to anti-money laundering (AML) software to help. As the scale and complexity of financial transactions continue to grow, so too does the need for robust Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance measures.… Continue reading Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Software: Benefits & Features
Introduction Open banking is revolutionising the way businesses and individuals manage their financial information including proof of funds checks in conveyancing. Financial institutions can now share customer data with authorised third-party providers by using open APIs. This breakthrough in the finance industry has led to new opportunities, including streamlining processes for conveyancers and improving proof… Continue reading Open Banking: Revolutionising Proof of Funds for Conveyancing
Introduction In today's highly regulated business environment, meeting ongoing monitoring requirements is essential for organisations to avoid regulatory fines and penalties. This process is essential to maintain the integrity of your organisation, protect your clients, and ensure the smooth running of your operations. This comprehensive guide will provide an overview of ongoing monitoring, the specific… Continue reading Meeting Ongoing Monitoring Requirements
In the article, we will look at legal document automation through the lens of compliance management. Proof of identity checks are essential to any business that requires customer authentication in finance, real estate, and legal services, confirming the individual's identity before proceeding with any transaction or service. However, traditional methods of verifying identity, such as… Continue reading Legal Document Automation Software
Introduction Regulatory technology, or regtech, is an emerging field that has rapidly gained popularity over the past decade. Regtech refers to using technology to improve regulatory compliance, enhance risk management, and streamline business reporting requirements. In this blog, we will explore regulatory technology, its benefits, and the challenges associated with its adoption. Regulatory technology can… Continue reading What is RegTech (Regulatory Technology)?
Introduction We get it; compliance and risk management in law firms can be difficult to understand and navigate. Law firms are subject to various ethical, regulatory, and legal obligations that require compliance to avoid legal and repetitional risks. Client risk management is also essential to maintain the law firm's reputation and financial stability. Compliance and… Continue reading Compliance and Risk Management in Law Firms
What is Money Laundering? Before exploring what is an MRLO, we should first go back to basics and understand what is money laundering. Money laundering is the process of disguising the proceeds of illegal activity, such as drug trafficking, corruption, or fraud, by making it appear to have been obtained from a legitimate source. This… Continue reading What is a Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO)?
If your business is subject to Money Laundering Regulations such as a law firm or a financial institution, it is your legal responsibility to meet specific criteria to adhere to the law. Measures such as checks, known as 'customer due diligence checks', are in place to identify and verify the identities of clients before conducting… Continue reading What could help your business prove Customer Due Diligence (CDD)?
New: Streamlined KYC and AML checks, Proof of Funds, Risk Assessments, and Ongoing Client Monitoring Introduction Here at Validient, we are always working hard to enhance current features and bring new features to our market. We do this to deliver the best digital client onboarding and risk monitoring solution possible for all regulated businesses and… Continue reading Validient Features Update
