Tag: SmartSearch

Fraud is evolving. Unlike traditional identity theft — where criminals hijack a real person's credentials — synthetic identity fraud takes a more insidious approach,...

SmartSearch has issued a stark warning to claims management companies and law firms: prepare now for the Financial Conduct Authority's (FCA) incoming motor finance...

An estimated $2 trillion is laundered through the global financial system every year — a figure that represents far more than financial loss. According to...

Anti-fraud specialist SmartSearch has issued a warning following the introduction of new rules that allow banks and payment providers with strong fraud controls to...

The latest assessment from the Office for Professional Body Anti-Money Laundering Supervision (OPBAS) has highlighted improvements in the way money laundering risks are monitored...

HM Treasury and the DSIT have issued joint guidance confirming that certified DVS can be used to meet identity verification requirements under Regulation 28...

More than half of identity verification checks across key UK sectors are still being carried out manually, according to new data from SmartSearch, raising...

Financial rules and regulations continue to evolve, placing growing pressure on financial institutions to stay agile and informed in their approach to AML. According to...

Ilkley-based digital compliance specialist SmartSearch has completed the acquisition of Credas Technologies. The acquisition brings together two complementary compliance technology providers with the shared goal...

The UK has introduced a series of significant anti-money laundering reforms throughout 2025, marking a decisive shift towards tougher accountability, enhanced transparency and more...