Master the Complexities of
Global Risk & Compliance

Knowledge is your first line of defense. In the rapidly evolving landscape of international trade, staying informed about AML directives, sanction updates, and beneficial ownership transparency is critical. Explore our academy to understand the risks that matter to your business and your bank.

Why Compliance Matters The Evolution of Risk

For years, international due diligence was something only multinational banks and Fortune 500 companies worried about. Today, the landscape has shifted. Regulatory bodies and financial institutions now hold SME+ companies to the same high standards of accountability.

Failing to identify a high-risk partner isn’t just a legal oversight—it’s a threat to your capital flow, your reputation, and your ability to maintain a corporate bank account. The Risk Academy is designed to bridge the knowledge gap for mid-market leaders, providing the clarity needed to navigate global trade securely.

Read our Informative Blogs

Stay current with the risks that impact banking relationships, trade continuity, and regulatory exposure. Below you’ll find our newest deep-dives, practical guides, and bank-ready checklists.

The Power of Ownership: A Guide to UBO Transparency for International SMEs

Navigating the Minefield: A Guide to Global Sanctions & PEP Screening

Beyond the Paperwork: Why Operational Integrity & Geographic Risk are the Ultimate Red Flags

Beyond the Registry: Why Adverse Media & The “Papers” are Your Early Warning System

The Ultimate Guide to the 6th AML Directive and Modern Trade Risk for SMEs

Compliance Glossary

Confused by the acronyms? Use our quick-reference guide to master the language of international compliance.

  • KYC (Know Your Customer): The process of verifying the identity, suitability, and risks involved with a business relationship.

  • KYB (Know Your Business): An extension of KYC, focusing on the due diligence of legal entities rather than individuals.

  • CDD (Customer Due Diligence): The standard level of investigation required for every new business partner.

  • EDD (Enhanced Due Diligence): High-intensity investigation required for high-risk partners, such as those in PEP categories or sanctioned regions.

  • DNB (De Nederlandsche Bank): The Dutch central bank responsible for overseeing AML/Wwft compliance in the Netherlands.

Don't Learn the Hard Way. Secure Your Business Today.

Knowledge is the first step, but action is the second. Put our Risk Academy insights into practice by ordering a comprehensive audit for your most critical international partners.

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Fill in the details below to request your KYC report. Our team will review the information and contact you within 2 business hours to confirm the scope and finalize the process.

Before submitting, please choose the level of review that matches your risk profile:

Basic Check (€175)
Standard ownership, sanctions, PEP and adverse media screening.

Advanced Check (€250)
Includes enhanced structure analysis via external intelligence providers, extended PEP and adverse media screening, and import/export plus geographic risk assessment. Recommended for complex or higher-risk international transactions.