Tag: Beneficial Ownership

AI transforms sanctions screening under BIS 50% rule

The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) within the U.S. Department of Commerce has taken a major step towards tightening export control enforcement with...

Canada braces for FATF compliance test in 2025

When the FATF arrives in Canada later this year, the visit will serve as more than a routine policy check—it will act as a...

How automation enhances KYB and business verification

As global business transactions grow increasingly complex, the need for effective Know Your Business (KYB) workflows has never been greater. In 2024, the Federal Trade...

Closing legal gaps to fight terrorism financing

Terrorism financing remains a critical security threat, with fragile and conflict-affected states among the most at risk. Weak governance, porous borders, and limited enforcement...

How asset managers can stay ahead on sanctions compliance

Asset management firms worldwide are under growing pressure to ensure strict compliance with sanctions regulations or risk serious financial penalties and reputational harm. A...

KYC Portal CLM helps firms tackle global KYC shift

As regulatory frameworks evolve, 2025 marks a pivotal year in global KYC compliance. Jurisdictions that once acted independently are now increasingly aligned in how...

SOE screening: Identifying high-risk entities with AI

Navigating regulatory compliance remains one of the most challenging tasks for businesses operating today, especially in the UK. Companies are under increasing pressure to...

Optimising AML frameworks in gatekeeping professions with a risk-based approach

The RBA to AML and CTF offers a strategic framework for gatekeeper professions such as lawyers, accountants, real estate agents, and TCSPs. This approach is...

Navigating the impact of CTA uncertainty on financial crime enforcement

On December 3, 2024, the enforcement of the CTA was halted by a nationwide preliminary injunction, casting doubt over its future implementation. According to Moody's,...

Mitigating risks with effective corporate ownership information strategies

Today's corporate landscape is fraught with challenges stemming from fraud and money laundering, making it crucial for businesses to understand and verify who exactly...

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