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KYC in Practice: Balancing Regulation, Risk and Client Experience

KYC in Practice: Balancing Regulation, Risk and Client Experience

Anti-Money LaunderingKYC

July 31, 2025

Ben Marsh, Global Head of Client Lifecycle Management

Know Your Client (KYC) is a cornerstone of regulatory compliance for financial institutions (FIs), required both at onboarding and throughout the client lifecycle. It encompasses two key regulatory frameworks: Client Due Diligence (CDD) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML). These requirements are shaped by the jurisdiction of the FI, client entity and product offering, making KYC a complex, multi-layered process.

One-Time Data Entry: The Future of Onboarding in FIs

One-Time Data Entry: The Future of Onboarding in FIs

Anti-Money LaunderingKYC

July 15, 2025

Ben Marsh, Global Head of Client Lifecycle Management

In financial institutions (FIs), onboarding is not limited to new clients—it also includes existing clients seeking to establish new entities or open additional accounts. This process involves collecting vast amounts of data, starting with legal, contracts and Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements. These include Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and compliance with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) requirements. However, these initial requirements are only the starting point.