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SmartSearch urges data transparency in EU biometric rollout
As the EU’s new EES officially comes into force this week, SmartSearch has issued a call for stronger transparency measures and privacy safeguards to...
Key red flags that trigger a SAR under UK AML law
Money laundering and financial fraud remain a serious threat to the UK’s financial ecosystem, making strong AML processes essential for businesses. A key part...
SmartSearch buys Credas to expand KYC capabilities
SmartSearch has announced its agreement to acquire Credas Technologies, a major identity verification provider serving the legal and property sectors.
The acquisition, which remains...
SmartSearch and Iress partner to streamline AML checks
SmartSearch and Iress have announced a new integration aimed at transforming compliance for financial advisers.
The partnership is designed to address one of the most...
Understanding SOF and open banking in finance
When dealing with financial checks, many people encounter terms that can sound more technical than they really are. Two of the most common are...
The trouble with trusting AI
AI is changing the world – from how we shop and bank to how we manage compliance and mitigate risk. But as businesses race...
UK homes rise £3k as money laundering fuels property boom
New analysis by SmartSearch has revealed that criminal money entering the UK property market has pushed average house prices up by £3,000 nationwide, with...
Can risk teams keep pace with the rise of synthetic identity...
In 2025, synthetic identity fraud has surged as a fast-growing financial crime, with lenders exposed to an estimated $3.3bn from suspected synthetics in the...
How to register with UK anti-money laundering bodies
The UK’s anti-money laundering (AML) framework places a clear responsibility on businesses to identify and report suspicious financial activity. To support this, companies in...
Identity verification vs authentication explained
When onboarding new clients, knowing who you're dealing with is essential—but how do you ensure your processes are both secure and compliant?
According to SmartSearch,...









