Two-thirds of UK crypto firms skip vital ‘know your business’ checks
A recent study has revealed that two-thirds of crypto firms in the UK are failing to verify the credentials of the financial firms they conduct business with. The research from anti-money laundering software firm SmartSearch reveals that, out of 500 financial institutions it surveyed in the UK, ranging from crypto firms, gaming outlets, and banks, only 28% often carry out verification checks. In addition, the research found that 70% of high street banks, 56% of challenger banks, half of casinos, and over half of property developers also failed to carry out verification checks. SmartSearch’s managing director Martin Cheek stressed, “While Know Your Customer checks are a well-established part of compliance, know your business is just as critical, enabling firms to assess the risk posed by new business customers .” UK watchdog FCA warns crypto firms miss money laundering Read more: Nomo Bank latest in UK to block Binance payments Cheek added, “Firms across financial s...