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Mar 27, 2025
Thoughts from our CEO
In this blog series, our CEO Robin Tombs will be sharing his experience, whilst focusing on major themes, news and issues in the world of identity verification and age assurance. This month, Robin chats about the UK’s new identity verification requirements for online knife sales and parental vouching for age assurance. Stricter identity checks for online knife sales The UK Government has published the National Police Chief Council’s (NPCC) review of online knife sales. There is much to digest over 81 pages, but one clear recommendation, repeated often in the ‘Clayman Report’, is that the online buyer should
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Mar 25, 2025
Discover Yoti's B Corp Impact Report
We’ve reached a full decade of being a B Corp! At Yoti, we believe technology has the power to create a safer, fairer and more trusted world. But as the world of technology evolves, we know we must remain mindful of how we do business. As part of our commitment to balancing profit and purpose, we’re thrilled to announce the release of our new B Corp Impact Report. It highlights our progress and impact in the areas that matter most to our stakeholders, our community and the planet. Highlights include: Improving the accessibility requirements of
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Mar 20, 2025
Myth-busting identity verification
Identity verification is the process of confirming that a person is who they say they are. It typically involves validating an individual’s personal information, such as a name or date of birth, against identity documents or other official records and databases. Verifying a person’s identity is crucial for safe and trusted transactions. It helps you to protect your business from fraud, prevent deepfake attacks and comply with regulations. Addressing misconceptions about identity verification There’s lots of conflicting information out there about how you can verify your customers’ identities. We’re here to dispel some commonly-held myths about identity verification.
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Mar 18, 2025
An overview of changes to Companies House identity verification standard (and what it means for ACSPs)
As an Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP), you’ll be aware of the upcoming changes to the Companies House identity verification standard. In 2025, anyone setting up, running, owning or controlling a company in the UK, namely directors and persons with significant control (PSCs), will be required to verify their identity to prove who they are. These changes come as part of the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 and aim to prevent anyone seeking to use Companies House for fraudulent activities. Failing to comply with mandatory identity verification requirements could result in fines and restrictions on company activities.
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Mar 11, 2025
The risks of using a VPN: Everything you should know
In 2025, cyber threats are more sophisticated than ever. Many businesses turn to Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) for online security and privacy. But are they always safe? Not all VPNs are created equally, and for businesses looking for a VPN provider, it can be easy to fall prey to fraudsters looking to exploit personal information for cash. In this blog we weigh up the red flags, risks and benefits of VPNs, helping you to decide if they’re right for your business. What is a VPN? Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) have become an essential tool for businesses and individuals
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Mar 03, 2025
AML Watchlist Screening [product sheet]
Let automation do the heavy lifting in your AML practices with our configurable identity verification solution. You can tailor the checks to suit your risk profile, with optional document authenticity checks and manual review by our verification specialists for enhanced security. Screen extracted customer data against thousands of AML databases in real-time and receive alerts to changes in the risk status of your cusomters with ongoing monitoring. Core steps for robust AML checks: Identity Verification AML Watchlist Screening Download your product sheet
