Regulatory Compliance Journal

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Businesses are increasingly worried about regulatory costs that arise every time a new legal framework is introduced. Th...

Insurance/reinsurance companies play an important role for the European economy. Many European countries, among them Be...

The heavy fines imposed on financial institutions for AML deficiencies over the years have frequently fallen short in ac...

A top-down approach highlights the behaviour of regulatory changes in the financial institution and helps the Compliance...

An audit trail (also called audit log) is a relevant chronological recording of actions, a set of files, or the destinat...

Corporate governance standards are a framework within which operational and behavioural standards for the board, the exe...

From an extra pair of hands to the person that advises on strategical decisions and the future of your company, consulta...

7 articles matching governance tag

How will PSD3 shape the future of financial services?

PSD3 is not just an update, but the evolution of trust in digital finance. Continuing the progress made by PSD2, the new regulation aims to further boost competition and consumer protection in electronic payments. It is also designed to empower consumers to securely share their data while gaini...

How to reduce compliance burden?

With the never-ending stream of regulations and obligations imposed on financial institutions, it is no wonder that departments across the industry struggle to comply and race against the clock to meet their deadlines. But is there a way to reduce this burden? Updated AML and KYC requirements,...

How to detect dual-use items?

When Microsoft unveiled the HoloLens 2 in early 2019, it was pitched as a cutting-edge tool for consumers and businesses to experience augmented reality like never before. But the same technology was being adapted for military use under a $479 million contract with the U.S. Army. This dual-purp...

Virtual IBANs: a new weapon for cybercriminals?

From global payments to local efficiency, virtual IBANs are redefining how businesses handle their money. But as with any financial innovation, they come with potential risks, including exposure to fraud, regulatory complexities, and cybersecurity vulnerabilities that demand careful management....

AMLA in action: strengthening AML efforts

Europe has stepped up a gear in the fight against money laundering and the financing of terrorism, with the creation in 2021 of the AMLA, also known as the European Anti-Money Laundering Authority. Money laundering and the financing of terrorism (ML/FT) is a long-standing phenomenon, which has ...

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How to reduce compliance burden?

Consultant, Compliance expert, Compliance culture, Compliance, Financial Institutions, Financial firms, Compliance burden,

With the never-ending stream of regulations and obligations imposed on financial institutions, it is no wonder that departments across the industry struggle to comply and race against the clock to meet their deadlines. But is there a way to reduce th...

How to set up a conflict of interest program

Conflict of interest, Compliance, Audit Findings, Corruption, Ethics, Financial firms, Red Flags,

Imagine a situation in which the integrity of your organisation is corrupted by personal gain – how would you respond? In the field of business ethics, a strong conflict of interest program is the cornerstone that keeps an organization's reputat...

Look up company VAT number in Europe

VAT, TVA, VIES, Anti Money Laundering, AML, Europe, BTW, KYC, Know your Customer,

How to find the VAT number of a counterparty or customer ?How can you, as a company or obliged entity, search for the VAT number of a counterparty or customer? Whether you are a company that has to check whether your counterparty is subject to VAT...