The Proposed Ban on Connected Cars

Evan Abrams, an Associate at Steptoe & Johnson, came back on RiskWatch to discuss a new Notice of Proposed Rulemaking aimed at regulating connected vehicles linked to China and Russia......

E.U. & U.K. Due Diligence Challenges: International Due Diligence Guide

While the European Union (EU) and the United Kingdom (UK) offer lucrative opportunities, both present a particularly challenging landscape for due diligence processes.  ...

Reputational Risk: Why It Matters for Your Business

The cumulative nature of a digital footprint leaves firms at risk of rapid reputational risk......

Reputational Risk Posed by Marketing Influencers: Social Media Background Checks

In today’s market, where 70-80% of a company’s market value comes from its public image, protecting that brand is critical......

Hezbollah’s Supply Chain Woes

Learn about supply chain due diligence red flags missed leading up to the tragic Hezbollah pager explosion with Dan Harris, international law expert & founding member of Harris Sliwoski. ...

Vcheck Announced as a Finalist in the M&A Advisor Awards

Vcheck, a leading provider of due diligence and risk management services, is proud to announce its nomination for Due Diligence Firm of the Year at the prestigious 23rd Annual M&A Advisor Awards. ...

Insider Threat Risk Posed by 2024 Presidential Election: ID Verification Solutions & Reputational Risk  

Businesses beware: Foreign threat actor risk is up in the United States. Widespread use of A.I. and generative tools allows foreign threat actors to target individuals and firms, lauder their activities, and leak U.S. intellectual property.   ...

Building the A-Team: Vcheck’s Approach to Holistic Talent Recruitment

Vcheck has grown exponentially over its tenure–2,500% since our founding. Even just this year, Vcheck's headcount grew by 68%. While exciting and fulfilling for our employees......

ID Verification & Risk Mitigation: A Guide

ID verification is a critical part of compliance and due diligence. It allows firms to adhere to AML and KYC guidelines and protect themselves against insider threats and data breaches. According to a recent study, 80% of financial services organizations have experienced a breach related to verification and authentication weaknesses.   ...

Vcheck 2024 American HR Awards

We are thrilled to announce that Vcheck has been Highly Commended in the 'HR Initiative of the Year' category at the prestigious 2024 American HR Awards 2024.  ...

Mitigating Fraud: Beneficial Ownership & Due Diligence

Beneficial ownership complicates the due diligence process and poses serious risks to financial institutions. However, identifying beneficial ownership is critical for compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) and FinCEN regulations, raising the stakes for detection.  ...

A Preview Of The Outbound Investment Regime

The Treasury's Outbound Investment NPRM follows an executive order issued by President Biden in August 2023, aimed at scrutinizing outbound investments from the United States that could potentially impact national security. This initiative, informally referred to as "reverse CFIUS"......

International Due Diligence Challenges: A Guide to China  

Early this year, U.S. due diligence firm Mintz Group faced punitive action for its due diligence work in China. Chinese authorities fined Mintz $1.5 million for doing what they called “unapproved statistical work.” The firm’s Beijing office was raided, resulting in the detention of five employees.  ...

AI Washing Dangers: Due Diligence in Venture Capital

AI washing is a particularly dangerous trap, one many venture capitalists routinely fall for: Studies show that startups emphasizing AI earn between 15-50% more......

Vetting Franchisees: A Guide for Franchises

The success of an entire franchise rests on the backs of its individual franchisees. While many are drawn to franchising because it’s lucrative, only a fraction of those interested have the skills to assume the necessary responsibility.  ...

Database Aggregators Aren’t Enough for Due Diligence 

Database aggregators compile large amounts of data and records into a centralized, searchable database. Some are well-suited to specific industries or use cases, like business intelligence or market research, while others are designed for due diligence.   ...

All You Need to Know About Politically Exposed Persons

Politically exposed persons (PEPs) pose dangerous risks to financial and government organizations. Check out our guide to learn all about PEP due diligence. ...

The Shifting Nature of Background Checks in Venture Capital

In the past, VC firms have taken a relaxed attitude toward background checks. But for many, FTX was a wake-up call. Background checks are crucial to properly verify an investment. Here's why. ...

Announcing SOC 2 Type I Compliance

Vcheck has achieved SOC 2 Type I compliance in accordance with the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) standards for SOC, also known as SSAE 18. This highlights Vcheck’s enduring commitment to processing client data in a secure manner....

The SEC’s Intensified Focus on AI Washing Practices

Andrew Balthazor, a litigation attorney at Holland & Knight's Miami office came on the Vcheck podcast to discuss AI washing and the risk it imposes on investors. ...

The Role of Court Runners in Thorough Public Records Searches

Court runners transport documents to or from a court. These individuals can work for law firms or be independently contracted to deliver and pick up the documents promptly, given the time-sensitive nature of most use cases. ...

The Takeover Defense and Shareholder Activism Landscape

Tiffany Fobes Campion is a senior attorney in the Chicago office of Latham & Watkins, where she focuses on takeover...

Preventing SMB Lending Fraud Through ID Verification

Small Business and Mid-size Business (SMB) lending fraud is on the rise. Respondents of a LexisNexis survey in 2023 disclosed...

HUMINT: The Difference Between Discreet Interviews and Reference Checks

Discreet interviews , also known as discreet source work or human intelligence (HUMINT) is information provided by human sources, not...

The Vital Role of Discreet Interviews and Human Intelligence in Data-Scarce Environments

Human intelligence, in the context of reputational due diligence and background checks, refers to the collection of information from human...

FinCEN Proposes Significant Expansion of AML/CFT Obligations to RIAs and ERAs

Amy Caiazza, a Partner at Wilson Sonsini, came on the Vcheck podcast to discuss a new proposal by FinCEN that...

Ensure S-1 Accuracy: Investment Banking Due Diligence

In the fast-paced world of investment banking, the allure of high returns can sometimes overshadow the importance of thorough due...

RiskWatch: Understanding the Foreign Extortion Prevention Act

Daniel Wendt, a member at Miller & Chevalier, came on RiskWatch to discuss the new Foreign Extortion Prevention Act (FEPA)...

Four Common Mistakes Made by Investigation Teams Without Native Speakers

In international due diligence and reputational checks, precision and depth of information are paramount. While digital tools like Google Translate...

RiskWatch: FinCEN’s Proposed Rule Targeting Digital Asset Mixers

Evan Abrams is an Associate at Steptoe & Johnson and advises clients on issues related to anti-money laundering and anti-corruption,...

RiskWatch: The New Safe Harbor Law for M&A

David Rybicki and Neil Smith of the law firm K&L Gates came on the Vcheck podcast to discuss the new...

RiskWatch: FCPA Enforcement Trends & Developments

Ann Sultan and Alexandra Beaulieu of the law firm Miller & Chevalier came on the show to discuss recent enforcement...

RiskWatch: IPO Due Diligence and State of the Market

In this episode of the podcast, Mike Blankenship came back on the show to discuss the IPO underwriting process, the...

RiskWatch: Technology Acquisitions & Diligence Concerns

In this episode of the podcast, Vcheck Global spoke with Carrie LeRoy and Charles Walker who are partners at the...

RiskWatch: Outbound Investment and National Security

In this episode of the podcast, Vcheck Global spoke with Laura Black and Christian Davis of the law firm Akin...

RiskWatch: Understanding The Corporate Transparency Act

In this episode of the podcast, Vcheck Global spoke with Morgan Lewis Partner Kenneth Nunnenkamp about what the Corporate Transparency...

Due Diligence for Non-Bank Lenders: Painting a Risk Profile

As interest rates continue to rise and public markets remain volatile, private credit markets have filled a critical void as...

RiskWatch: White & Case’s Clare Connellan on Human Rights Due Diligence

Clare Connellan, Partner in White & Case's London office and Head of the firm's Business & Human Rights Interest Group,...

For the 5th Consecutive Year, Vcheck Global Ranks as One of the Fastest Growing Companies on the Inc. 5000 List

Today, Inc. revealed that Vcheck Global, a leader in international due diligence and background check services, is No. 1,537 on...

Five Third-Party Screening Platform Essentials

Third-party screening solutions are a must-have for compliance teams amidst supply chain disruptions and rapidly shifting regulatory landscapes. How do...

Five Considerations When Selecting a Due Diligence Firm

Picking a due diligence provider can be overwhelming. Streamline your search while laying the foundation for a long-term partnership with...

Due Diligence for Law Firms: Looking Beyond Litigation Support

As a law firm, competitive intelligence pertaining to M&A, beneficial ownership, and litigation is essential. These three legal industry-specific screenings...

Five Capabilities to Look for in an International Due Diligence Provider

Cross-border deals, global footprints, and shifting supply chains make international capabilities a top of mind consideration when selecting a due...

Three Considerations for Enhancing Executive Hiring

When adverse information concerning an executive comes to light, the reverberations are both damaging and widespread; the trust of customers,...

VCHECK GLOBAL’S JULIE PECK NAMED ONE OF THE BEST CEOs FOR WOMEN

Vcheck Global, a leader in international due diligence and background check services, is thrilled to announce that their CEO, Julie...

RiskWatch: Steven Arthur George on Corporate Cannabis Risks and Opportunities

Founder of Kaya Advisors and former Tilray EU Alliance Manager, Steven Arthur George, joins the RiskWatch podcast to discuss risk...

LATAM Sustainable Investing: A Q&A With Randy Bullard Of Morrison Foerster

LATAM Sustainable Investing: A Q&A with Randy Bullard of Morrison Foerster Interest in sustainable investing is rising. Climates suited to...

Due Diligence Considerations For Sustainable Investing in Latin America

Increasing prioritization of social consciousness by consumers and regulators is spurring interest in sustainable investment worldwide and Latin America is...

Franchise Focused Due Diligence: Informational Advantages for Franchisors and Investors

Interest in franchise opportunities is on the rise in the United States. This is attributed to a shift in American...

RiskWatch: Randy Bullard on ESG Investing in Latin America

Randy Bullard, partner in Morrison Foerster’s Corporate Department and Latin America Desk co-chair, joins the RiskWatch podcast to discuss ESG...

Southeast Asia’s Internet Economy: Powering Through The Pandemic

The global economic havoc triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic created unique growth opportunities for certain regions and industries. Ongoing government...

RiskWatch: Navigating TPRM Turbulence

Nancy Jacobson, Counsel, Global Compliance and Ethics at United Airlines, joins Vcheck Global’s Seth Harlan to talk third party risk...

New UK Economic Crime Law Targets Oligarch Assets

The United Kingdom has long been criticized for its attractiveness to unverified, and undoubtedly at times, highly problematic wealth from...

RiskWatch: Investigating Russia’s Sanctioned Oligarchs

As businesses and investors worldwide rush to ensure compliance with aggressive sanctions targeting Russian companies and regime-connected individuals, identifying ties...

Vcheck Global Ranks Among Top 3% of 2022 Inc. Regionals: Pacific Businesses

For the third year in a row, Vcheck Global has been ranked among the top 3% of fastest-growing companies in...

Russia’s War in Ukraine: New Sanctions, Increased Requirements for Enhanced Due Diligence

Russia's invasion of Ukraine has led to the imposition of some of the most aggressive, expansive, and coordinated sanctions ever by dozens of countries....

RiskWatch: Mike Blankenship on the Year of the De-SPAC

Mike Blankenship, managing partner of Winston & Strawn's Houston office, returns to Vcheck Global's podcast RiskWatch to discuss de-SPAC due...

RiskWatch: Talking Transparency with James Cohen and Shanti Salas

Hot on the heels of Transparency International’s recently released 2021 Corruption Perceptions Index, Vcheck Global’s Seth Harlan speaks with James...

RiskWatch: Elaine Greenberg Talks Anticipated SEC Enforcement Changes

With the Securities Regulation Institute’s 49th Annual Conference underway, Vcheck Global’s Seth Harlan speaks with Elaine Greenberg, Shareholder at Greenberg...

RiskWatch: Mellissa Duru Discusses ESG Role in SEC’s Policy Agenda

With the Securities Regulation Institute's 49th Annual Conference underway, Vcheck Global’s Seth Harlan speaks with Mellissa Duru, Special Counsel at...

RiskWatch: Jack Cohen Talks CRE in 2022, Real Estate Lending Risk

To kick off CRE Finance Council’s January Conference 2022, Vcheck Global’s Seth Harlan speaks with Jack Cohen, President and Chief...

Responding to Evolving Client Needs: How Innovation and Flexibility Enhance Investigations

Entering 2022, reflection on the plethora of challenges confronting the global economy over the past two years, particularly during the...

Vcheck Global Appoints Katy Thomas, Alex Sorin to Key Leadership Roles

Vcheck Global accelerates market leadership with the key appointments of Katy Thomas as Chief Information Officer and Alex Sorin as...

Corruption from Kandahar to Kunduz: The Erosion of Afghanistan’s Security Forces

The rapid disintegration of Afghanistan's security forces in August left casual news observers aghast. How could forces trained and equipped...

Private Equity Put on Notice: The False Claims Act and Investor Liability

A recent Wall Street Journal article spotlighted a series of legal cases with a common aim—requiring private equity firms to...

RiskWatch: Investigative Reporter Simona Weinglass Talks Combating Fraud

Vcheck Global had the opportunity to speak with Simona Weinglass, an investigative journalist for The Times of Israel, earlier this...

The Legacy of Operation Car Wash and Brazil’s Compliance Environment in 2021

Brazil’s Public Prosecutor’s Office (MPF) formally closed Operation Car Wash ( Lava Jato ), the epic corruption investigation which began...

RiskWatch: 2021 FCPA Conference Speaker Interviews

The 38th International Conference on the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) is underway, and to highlight the event Vcheck Global’s...

Vcheck Global Receives Strategic Investment from Sunstone Partners

Sunstone Partners announced today its strategic growth investment into Vcheck Global to accelerate development of products and technology for delivering...

A Hat Trick of Sportswashing, State-Ownership, and Soccer: The Saudi Takeover of Newcastle United

The protracted Saudi-led takeover of the English soccer club Newcastle United came to an end last month when a consortium...

RiskWatch: Soft Skills and the Future of Due Diligence

In the ninth episode of RiskWatch, Chelsea Binns and Bruce Sackman discuss their book, The Art of Investigation . Conversational...

Patchouli and Power Suits: Activists and Regulators Target Greenwashing

In advance of the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference, the head of environmental group Greenpeace raised concerns about attendees...

Understanding Japan’s Corporate & Title Hierarchy

When moving between cultures, learning how to describe familiar things in a new way is a necessity. The thing called...

Looking a Gift Horse in the Mouth: Risk Management for Nonprofit Organizations

A long-standing debate in the nonprofit sector is whether such organizations should operate like businesses. Regardless of one's stance, few...

The Power of Public Records: Seasoned Investigators Enhance Executive Decision Making

Public records due diligence can be a powerful tool in assessing the reputation and business history of individuals and entities....

DEI Considerations for Investigative Due Diligence

A 2020 client letter by Blackrock CEO Larry Fink which announced the firm’s belief “that sustainability should be our new...

RiskWatch: Reputational Risk Huddle with the Cleveland Browns

In the eighth episode of RiskWatch, Vcheck Global VP and General Manager of Vcheck Intelligence Rahul Ravi speaks with Roger...

Degreed Diligence: Reputational Risk Considerations for Higher Education

For most high school juniors, the college admissions process involves enrolling in an SAT prep course, meeting with their school’s...

The SEC’s Focus on ESG: Implications for American Companies

In February 2021, then-SEC Chair Allison Herren Lee announced the agency’s intent to update its guidance regarding disclosure related to...

International Due Diligence Capabilities in Complex and High-Risk Industries

Illuminating adverse information, regulatory actions, and litigation in complex jurisdictions is vital for companies operating internationally. Yet English language media,...

Cryptocurrency: A Regulatory Wild West

Cryptocurrency and its underlying blockchain technology is becoming increasingly mainstream, attracting an uptick in consumer participation in crypto markets and...

Peering into Pandora’s Box: Looking at the Data Leak Through a Diligence-Tinted Lens

A slow-moving wave caused by the buzz generated over The International Consortium of Investigative Journalists’ (ICIJ) publication of 11.9 million...

RiskWatch: Data Transparency and its Investigative Impact

Vcheck Global’s podcast RiskWatch is back with brand-new episodes! In the seventh episode of RiskWatch, Vcheck Global Senior Associate Seth...

Culturally Conscious Due Diligence

The centrality of cultural consciousness within due diligence investigation lies in the reality that hard skills such as research must...

Collecting Dust: Uncovering Issues Hidden in Archived News Articles

As online court records, news articles, and other sources often only extend back to the early-to-mid 2000s, litigation, regulatory actions,...

Minimizing Third-Party Vendor Risk

What do General Electric, Marriott, and Instagram have in common? Each of these industry leaders were impacted by data breaches involving third parties in 2020...

Risk for Thee But Not for Me

Bankruptcy, litigation, and negative press—each of these subjects trigger alarm bells when they appear in a due diligence report...

Incorporating ESG into Investigations

A lasting effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on the investigative due diligence industry is the spotlight on environmental, social, and...

Vcheck Named to Inc. 5000 for Fourth Consecutive Year

Following a year of record-breaking growth, Vcheck Global continues to rank among fastest-growing private companies in the U.S. as compiled...

Strategically Searching for Your Next Diligence Role

Navigating a job search is challenging, especially in a niche field such as investigative due diligence. Adding in emotions including...

Predicted Rise in Corporate Fraud Requires Risk Management

A recent survey of anti-fraud professionals revealed a widespread concern that corporate fraud will increase at their organizations over the...

Minimizing Investment Risk in Emerging Industries

As investor focus rapidly shifts beyond established industries toward emerging industries worldwide, it is imperative that due diligence providers rapidly...

Pressure to De-SPAC Is Accelerating Demand for Due Diligence

Stakes are high for hundreds of special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs) holding investor funds that must be used to complete...

Vcheck Ranks Among 30 Fastest Growing Private Companies to Watch in 2021

Vcheck Global has been recognized for excellent services and rapid growth by The Silicon Review as one of the 30...

Due Diligence Uncovers a Bribery Scandal Before An Overseas Investment

It wasn’t so long ago that Trevor Milton resigned his position as chairman of electric trucking company Nikola after an...

Vcheck Global Receives 2021 Companies to Watch Award

Vcheck Global has been recognized among The Startup Weekly's 2021 Business Products & Services Companies to Watch for its strong...

Vcheck Appoints Two C-Suite Executives to Leadership Team

Vcheck Global has announced the appointment of two new executive leadership roles: Ki Lin Tay will take on the critical...

Human Source Intelligence Reveals ‘Questionable’ Industry Reputation of Medical Practice

Among the abundance of opportunity for potentially lucrative investments in the healthcare industry lie hidden risks that could cause monetary...

RiskWatch: SPAC Due Diligence

In this episode of Vcheck Global's podcast, RiskWatch, Vcheck Global Directors Rahul Ravi and Alex Sorin speak with Mike Blankenship,...

New Rules Require Anti-Money Laundering Programs for Certain Financial Firms by March 2021

The federal government recently expanded the Bank Secrecy Act to require firms that lack a federal functional regulator (FFR)—including private...

IPO Proliferation in 2020 Highlights Need for SPAC Due Diligence

2020 has been the busiest year for special-purpose acquisition companies (SPACs), helping private companies in buzzing markets such as space...

RiskWatch: Making a Killing – South Sudanese Military Leaders’ Wealth, Explained

In this episode of Vcheck Global’s podcast, RiskWatch, our host speaks with the author of “Making a Killing: South Sudanese...

Considerations for Financial Services Partnership and M&A Due Diligence

Though it may appear that partnerships and M&A across the banking sector have been slowed by the pandemic, a reported...

Bank Customer Due Diligence: New Guidance for Monitoring Politically Exposed Persons

Just one month before the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists began reporting on what has been dubbed the “FinCEN Files”—an...

Supply Chain Due Diligence: Mitigating Sanctions Risk with New OFAC Compliance Framework

A wave of enforcement actions from the U.S. Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) over the past two...

Proposed AML Regulations Heighten Scrutiny of Account Onboarding Risk Management

Sweeping reforms to the Bank Secrecy Act—the likes not seen since the 2001 Patriot Act—have been passed by the U.S....

Julie Peck Installed As Vcheck Global Chief Executive Officer

A message from our newly appointed Chief Executive Officer, Julie Peck. For those of you whom I have not yet...

Thwart Untrustworthy Borrowers: Due Diligence for Commercial Real Estate Loan Underwriters

Loan underwriting requires meticulous verification of prospective borrowers’ history to illuminate the risks involved before the pursuit of a lending...

Vcheck Global Selects Julie Peck As Interim Chief Executive Officer

Accomplished operations and business strategist Julie Peck has been appointed interim CEO and will lead Vcheck Global into the next...

Employee Spotlight: Q&A VP of Employment Erwin Rodriguez

Our mission at Vcheck Global is a significant one: to protect our clients by providing more information about the companies...

RiskWatch: Illicit Financial Flows and Illegal Wildlife Trade

On this episode of Vcheck Global’s podcast RiskWatch, we speak with Global Financial Integrity’s Director of Illicit Trade Channing Mavrellis...

Avoiding Due Diligence Tunnel Vision: Building Context Through Finished Intelligence Products

The sheer size and significance of Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) fines and enforcement actions over the past few years,...

Employee Spotlight: Q&A with Managing Director Adam Fromowitz

Our mission at Vcheck Global is a significant one: to protect our clients by providing more information about the companies...

RiskWatch: The Corruption Behind Anti-Corruption Campaigns

In the third episode of Vcheck Global's podcast RiskWatch, we speak with Jessica Noll, who published a research study in...

RiskWatch: Navigating Cannabis Compliance

In this episode of Vcheck Global's podcast RiskWatch, human intelligence expert Alex Sorin speaks with Shawn Hauser, partner and chair...

RiskWatch: Modern Slavery and Corporate Supply Chains

Retired U.S. Ambassador at Large Luis C.deBaca joined RiskWatch for a discussion about modern slavery in corporate supply chains and...

Employee Spotlight: Q&A with AVP of Quality Control Dianne Ruiz

Our mission at Vcheck Global is a significant one: to protect our clients by providing more information about the companies...

Navigating the Complexity of Latin American Public Records to Uncover Corruption

Navigating how legal information is gathered, parsed, and disseminated is a challenge as regulatory complexities vary from one jurisdiction to...

Vcheck Global Hires Adam Fromowitz as a Managing Director for New York Operation

LOS ANGELES, October 22, 2019 – Vcheck Global, a leading provider of business-to-business due diligence background checks, is delighted to...

Employee Spotlight: Q&A with Deputy Chief Compliance Officer Maria Munley

Our mission at Vcheck Global is a significant one: to protect our clients by providing more information about the companies...

What’s an Alias? Intelligence & Due Diligence Records Research

Some people use aliases to conceal risk. Unfortunately, aliases complicate the due diligence process, and require extra steps to avoid business with those with adverse backgrounds. ...

Vcheck Global Hires Additional Director for D.C. Office, Adding Enhanced Due Diligence Expertise

Vcheck Global, a leading provider of business-to-business due diligence background checks, is pleased to announce the hiring of Alex Sorin....

Employee Spotlight: Q&A With Vcheck Global’s AVP of Quality Control April Kelemen

Our mission at Vcheck Global is a significant one: to protect our clients by providing more information about the companies...

Hiding in Plain Sight: Money Laundering in Canada’s Real Estate Markets

The international real estate market is a well-worn tool for laundering illicit cash. Terrorist organizations and conflict financiers launder millions...

Employee Spotlight: Q&A With Vcheck Global’s Senior Quality Control Associate Sara Bednarcik

Our mission at Vcheck Global is a significant one: to protect our clients by providing more information about the companies...

The Art of Arabizi: Navigating Foreign Language Social Media

Primarily reserved for informal communication, a blended writing code known as Arabizi is now spreading beyond the realm of social...

Industry Trend: Increasing Demand for Conducting Due Diligence in the Cayman Islands

As one of the most popular offshore financial centers, the Cayman Islands has attracted tax evaders, drug dealers, and even...

Uncovering the ‘Healthcare Mafia’: The Importance of Foreign Language Media Research

Too often, due diligence begins and ends with databases. But while criminal and civil litigation searches, regulatory screenings, and sanctions...

Money Laundering in China: Where Do Illicit Flows Come From and Where Do They Go?

Like many other major economies, China has been operating in a global context and has seen a dramatic increase in inflow...

Investigative Due Diligence – Deep Dives – Vcheck Level II Report

Intelligence gathered from Investigative Due Diligence (“IDD”) can make or break a transaction. Before a typical partnership or M&A, clients...

Evidence of Corruption Found in Spanish Degrees

Last Monday, Spanish Judge Carmen Rodríguez-Medel found evidence that the new leader of Spain’s opposition party, the conservative Partido Popular...

The Importance of Social Media Scans

As businesses scan the social media profiles of both prospective and current employees, companies are increasingly turning to partnerships with...

Cryptocurrency Compliance

The United States Securities and Exchange Commission recently raised concerns about cryptocurrencies. Notably, in recent months, the SEC’s division of...

Billions in Illicit Cash Reportedly Entered Peru’s Financial System

According to a Peruvian investigative journalism news source, more than USD 2.2 billion linked to suspected criminal activities has entered...

Knowing Your Customer in 2018

Data, technology and automation have transformed the modern compliance program during a time in which financial institutions are confronted with...

Vcheck Global Announces Launch of Advanced AI to Scan Social Media Data in Connection with Background Checks and Due Diligence

VCheck Global, a leading provider of business to business due diligence background checks, has launched its new application to utilize...

French Billionaire Charged in Bribery Investigation

On Wednesday, numerous mainstream media sources reported French businessman Vincent Bolloré, Chairman and CEO of the investment group Bolloré, was...

SEC Unveils Public Service Announcement To Promote Background Checks

The Securities and Exchange Commission today unveiled a public service announcement (PSA) to encourage investors to check the background...

European Union Extends Iran Sanctions

On Thursday, Reuters reported the European Union extended sanctions for one year on Iran over human rights violations, after debating...

Investigators Uncover Multi-Billion Dollar Sanctions Evasion Scheme

According to The Washington Post, investigators have uncovered evidence of a multi-billion dollar corruption scheme which helped Iran evade sanctions...

Vcheck Launches Latin America Platform

In order to better serve growing client demand in the region, Vcheck is proud to announce the launch of its...

The Three Lines of Anti-Money Laundering Defense

The “Three Lines of Defense” is a widely used phrase for describing how organizations should manage their anti-money laundering (“AML”)...

Latin America Struggles in its Fight Against Corruption

On February 21 st , Transparency International released its Corruption Perceptions Index, which listed numerous Latin American and Caribbean countries...

The Final Rule on Beneficial Ownership and the Customer Due Diligence Rule

In May 2016, The United States Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network issued its final rule on Customer...

Signs your Company has a Dishonest Employee

There are many signs your company is dealing with a potentially dishonest employee. Internal audit departments and supervisors can track...

How can Money Laundering Affect your Business?

In 2018, anti-money laundering (“AML”) regulations and enforcement measures are reaching new heights across the globe. While some countries, such...

Cannabis Curtain

Recent changes in state cannabis legislation has resulted in yet another California gold rush. Creative investors have started pouring money...