Think checking the UBO once is enough? That's a misconception. UBOs can change at any time, often without you even realizing it. If you miss those changes, you run the risk of sanctions, reputational damage or involvement in financial crime. Active UBO monitoring helps you spot risks early and protect your organization from unexpected consequences.
SEPA 2.0 is just around the corner, changing how your organization processes international payments. Are you ready to avoid errors, delays and compliance issues? Find out in this blog what the new European address standard means, why structured data is crucial, and how to smartly prepare your systems for November 2025. Take action now and benefit from faster, more secure payments later.
The arrival of the European AMLA calls for a future-proof anti-money laundering policy. This blog provides a practical four-step plan to strengthen your AML framework: map out your current processes, centralize UBO and PEP profiles, automate risk classification, and ensure continuous improvement.
GDPR is more than just a legal obligation – it affects all business processes that work with data. Poor compliance can lead to hefty fines, data loss, and damage to customer trust. But a well-implemented GDPR policy actually offers opportunities: better data quality, more efficient processes, and stronger customer relationships. In this article, discover practical best practices to stay GDPR-compliant without hindering your growth.
Trump’s re-election can have major implications for Dutch and Belgian companies. Changes in trade policy, privacy regulations, energy policy, and geopolitical risks may require adjustments in strategy. Consider revisiting data flows, diversifying suppliers, and adapting to new regulations. In this article, you’ll discover concrete steps to be prepared for these developments.
Europol's latest report reveals how criminal networks are increasingly using advanced digital techniques and legal business structures. Discover how businesses can protect themselves by utilizing risk management, data analysis, and UBO monitoring to counter this growing threat.
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The AML7 directive is not yet official, but the EU has proposed seven amendments to the AML6, including a central AMLA, uniform AML/KYC rules, stricter crypto rules, and a ban on anonymous crypto wallets and cash purchases over 10,000 euros.
With the advent of social media and 24/7 news coverage, companies are increasingly under a magnifying glass. A poor reputation can lead to significant losses. Fortunately, as a company, there's much you can do to prevent this.
Building lasting business relationships with other companies requires a thorough investigation of their reliability. But this research is often time-consuming. How do you make this research easier?
International research and international cooperation always come with a certain amount of risk, but as a university you want to do everything you can to ensure your knowledge security. Being more proactive about compliance is recommended by the VSNU, but how do you go about it?
Perhaps the biggest challenge within your KYC process is determining the ultimate stakeholder - or Ultimate Beneficial Owner (UBO). How do you gain insight into an organization's entire family tree without slowing down your KYC process?
