KYC (Know Your Customer) and AML (Anti-Money Laundering) have always been crucial components of the financial industry. With an ever-growing interconnected global economy, ensuring the legitimacy of transactions and protecting against fraudulent activities is paramount. The processes are not without their challenges: Time-Consuming: The traditional process can be lengthy, requiring multiple documents and verification steps. Expensive: With manual processes, the cost of compliance can skyrocket. Inconsistent Regulations: Different countries have…
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A Beginner’s Guide to Understanding Financial Technology
The Dawn of Financial Technology (FinTech) The rise of financial technology, or FinTech, has been nothing short of transformative. With a global market expected to reach over $300 billion by 2025, FinTech’s blend of technology, innovation, and financial services is reshaping the way we manage money and conduct financial transactions. What Is Financial Technology? Financial technology, commonly referred to as FinTech, is a broad term that encompasses the use of…
KYC: Know Your Customer
Know Your Client (KYC) is an important verification process within investment banking and financial services that assesses the risks associated with prospective clients. KYC standards are designed to protect financial institutions against fraud, corruption, money laundering, and terrorist financing. Current processes are slow and ineffective – requiring manual changes to documents and follow-ups, making the process tedious and error-prone.
How are Challenger Banks Changing the Financial Landscape?
Over the last decade, an array of Challenger banks and Neo banks have popped up as an alternative to traditional providers. Offering competitive incentives and interest rates has made them stand out in the industry and a respectable competitor to mainstream providers.