Consumer debt is surging: How debt collectors can mitigate the risk this poses to...
While our COVID-19 pandemic fears are starting to fade, its impacts are still being felt, especially in the pockets of many South Africans. When...
When compliance gaps turn into expensive lessons
The latest regulatory action against a major financial institution, resulting in a R28 million administrative penalty for shortcomings under the Financial Intelligence Centre Act...
How HR can safeguard your organisation against FIC violations
In February 2023, South Africa was placed on the Financial Action Task Force’s (FATF) “grey list” after the global watchdog found shortcomings in how...
Check yourself before you wreck yourself – ongoing monitoring measures to stay on the...
VOCA introduces new ongoing monitoring functionality to help businesses detect risks in real-time
Keeping up with regulatory compliance isn’t just about ticking boxes, it demands...
Robust, credible data a powerful tool in the anti-money laundering arsenal
The problem of organised financial crime and money laundering made headlines after a recent Al Jazeera investigative report uncovered a large-scale money laundering operation...
The importance of Know Your Business (KYB)
How to check the legitimacy of a company you work with to avoid risky business relationships
Approximately 2-5% of the world's GDP is laundered every...
Financial advisors – building trust through accurate data with SearchWorks
Financial advisors play a vital role in shaping financial futures. By creating tailored blueprints for individuals and businesses based on their goals, income, and...
Data-driven legal excellence: searching for South Africa’s new norm
The inherent complexity of the legal profession means having accurate data to deliver quality legal services, manage cases efficiently, ensure accurate billing, and uphold...
With 1.2 million terabytes of data online a little bit of trust goes a...
Be it for research or legal or business support across all industries, gathering credible online information comes with a multitude of challenges. Too much...
How to use PoPIA compliance to benefit your business
The Protection of Public Information Act (PoPIA) came into force in July last year. The Information Regulator, who oversees all PoPIA compliance in South...
Fraud trends indicate South Africa needs a proactive approach to turn the tide on...
Systemic vulnerabilities, cybercrime and social engineering add to pressures on institutions, businesses and the economy
Fraud in South Africa is on the rise with no...
What HR professionals need to know about job candidate scams
While many South Africans are familiar with job scams aimed at taking advantage of vulnerable job seekers, less attention is paid to how fraudsters...
