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Due diligence3 min read
The AI Company Data Problem: Why Chatbots Give Wrong Company Information
AI-powered chatbots like ChatGPT (OpenAI), Perplexity AI, Google Gemini, Claude AI (Anthropic), Microsoft Copilot and including the latest Chinese rivals, such as DeepSeek and Qwen by Alibaba, have revolutionized how we search for information, including company data. While they can quickly generate responses to business-related queries, they struggle with accuracy, real-time updates, and data reliability when it comes to company insights, financials, ownership details, and compliance checks.
Due diligence3 min read
The Hidden Complexity of Global Registry Data: Why "Free Access" Isn't Really Free
When expanding internationally, accessing company registry data seems straightforward at first glance. After all, many countries like the UK offer "free" access to their business registries. However, the reality of gathering and processing this information tells a different story – one that reveals why professional data aggregation services are becoming increasingly vital for global business operations.
Due diligence5 min read
Harnessing Public Registry Data for Integrity: Global Database's Approach to First-Party Data Collection
In today's data-driven world, reliable company information is the key to unlocking a wealth of opportunities. Whether you're a sales or marketing expert, a product developer, or a data analyst.
Due diligence7 min read
Top 10 features of B2B data providers
Information has always been a critical success factor of any business, be that knowledge about prospects, the market or competitors. But today, with the digital boom and the B2B data sector moving with an extremely fast pace, data has become the indispensable fuel of any business’ engine.
Due diligence11 min read
13 Huge due diligence disasters (and what we've all learned from them)
Due diligence is vested as one of the four key imperatives of a disciplined deal-making process. Poor due diligence leads to disaster, and in this article we share with you some of the most notable ones from the last 25 years.
Due diligence6 min read
How to know if a company or employee with a LinkedIn profile is legit
We all know LinkedIn gives its users the freedom to be creative and find the perfect position they love. However, because of this freedom, every user is able to claim whatever they want. They can lie about their profession, companies, work experience, and other important details.
Due diligence8 min read
Why KYC Know your customer matters?
KYC (Know Your Customer) is the process carried out by companies to verify their clients' identities in compliance with the legal requirements, current laws, and regulations, such as eIDAS, GDPR, and AML. Due to the extensive use of new and developing technologies, it is crucial to define standards that can help fight online fraud.
Due diligence7 min read
What does KYB mean in business?
KYB Know your business is the process of verifying the legitimacy of any business you work with, potentially involving stakeholder organizations with which you form a relationship
Due diligence8 min read
Boost Your Sales Engagement With Chrome LinkedIn Extension
Boost your Sales Engagement using Global Database free Chrome Extension for easily accessing contact data. Automate your enrichment process using Global Database free Chrome extension and find all the contacts you are searching for
Due diligence7 min read
Customer Screening: A Guide to Understanding Company Accounts
When it comes to protecting your business, ensuring that you have confidence in your transactions is essential. Whether you're taking on a new high-value client, entering into a long-term contract or trying to qualify potential leads, getting hold of another company's financial history can be a huge help in determining if you are facing any possible risks.
Due diligence5 min read
5 Benefits of B2B Data Providers' Products for the Insurance Companies
The benefits of data providers products usage for insurance companies are numerous. The data providers can cover everything from customer acquisition and retention to sales and distribution teams performance improvement. The thing is those products have to be carefully selected and the providers - competent and reliable. The choice is yours.
Due diligence7 min read
A Guide to the Biggest Factors That Impact Your Business Credit Score
Your business' credit score holds the key to the success of your finances for a number of reasons, and is ultimately a positive or negative reflection of your company. In contrast to your personal credit file, business credit reports are available to anyone who inquires about it - including potential lenders, investors, suppliers, customers and competitors.