Bank CEOs demand rethink on Australia’s costly open banking initiative
Banking leaders in Australia have criticised the Consumer Data Right (CDR) regime, labeling it ineffective and overly expensive.
TrustID and IDVerse forge partnership to enhance digital identity security
TrustID, a firm known for its veteran status in identity verification, and IDVerse, a pioneer in generative AI identity solutions, have formed a partnership.
How CSR and ESG differ and why they’re crucial for business success
In the modern business landscape, the distinction between CSR and ESG practices is becoming increasingly significant.
The growing demand for advanced voice surveillance technologies
A benchmarking report by 1LoD has just been released, offering an in-depth look at the current state of voice surveillance across financial institutions. This...
The critical role of PEP compliance in financial institutions
Politically Exposed Persons, or PEPs, are those who occupy prominent positions in public offices, potentially including roles in government bodies, international organisations, or significant corporate entities.
How the ECCTA is reshaping costs for UK financial institutions
In October 2023, the UK implemented the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act (ECCTA), setting stringent identity verification (IDV) mandates for shareholders, directors, and...
Financial institutions face high costs for shareholder identity verification
The ECCTA mandates identity verification (IDV) for directors, persons of significant control (PSCs), shareholders, and document deliverers to the Companies House registrar.
Navigating the complexities of off-channel communications in finance
In recent years, off-channel communications have come under the intense scrutiny of regulators like the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). This scrutiny is largely due to the risks these unmonitored communications pose, ranging from compliance issues to gaps in record-keeping that can affect investor protection.
How should RegTechs be preparing for DORA?
The Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) is a EU regulation that entered into force on 16 January 2023 and is currently set to apply as of...
Strengthening business communication supervision in Australia’s financial sector
The ASIC is stepping up its call for enhanced oversight of business communications among authorised representatives.
