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LEI vs DUNS vs Registration Number vs EIN vs VAT Number: Which Business Identifier Do You Actually Need
Due diligence7 min read

LEI vs DUNS vs Registration Number vs EIN vs VAT Number: Which Business Identifier Do You Actually Need

DUNS, LEI, EIN, or VAT? Learn the differences between the 5 most common business identifiers and which one you actually need for compliance and procurement.
US Private Company Financials: What Data Actually Exists (And Where to Find It)
Due diligence10 min read

US Private Company Financials: What Data Actually Exists (And Where to Find It)

Why is US private company financial data so hard to find? Discover the legal reasons behind the data gap and how professionals can find workarounds
KYB vs. KYC in 2026: Why They Need Separate Workflows
Due diligence10 min read

KYB vs. KYC in 2026: Why They Need Separate Workflows

KYB and KYC verify different things. Here's why running business verification through a KYC workflow fails — and how to build a dedicated corporate verification process.
How to Automate Know Your Business (KYB) Checks
Due diligence10 min read

How to Automate Know Your Business (KYB) Checks

Discover how KYB automation works, what to look for in a solution, and how to verify companies, UBOs, and risks via a single API
What is a LEI Number? The Complete Legal Entity Identifier Guide for 2026
Due diligence10 min read

What is a LEI Number? The Complete Legal Entity Identifier Guide for 2026

Learn what a Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) is, who needs one, how to obtain it, and how it compares to DUNS numbers and company registration IDs.
Company Entity Resolution: How to Match Legal Entities Globally (200+ Countries)
Due diligence10 min read

Company Entity Resolution: How to Match Legal Entities Globally (200+ Countries)

Entity resolution is the process of matching records that refer to the same real company, preventing duplicates, compliance risks, and bad data decisions.
B2B Anti-Money Laundering (AML): How KYB and AML Software Protect Business Growth
Due diligence7 min read

B2B Anti-Money Laundering (AML): How KYB and AML Software Protect Business Growth

How KYB and AML software help B2B companies prevent financial crime and ensure compliance in complex environments.
Top 25 KYB Red Flags: AML Warning Signs for Business Onboarding
Due diligence12 min read

Top 25 KYB Red Flags: AML Warning Signs for Business Onboarding

AML red flags in KYB are warning signs that signal potential money laundering or financial crime risk, helping compliance teams detect issues early, prioritize due diligence, and meet regulatory expectations.
Periodic KYB Reviews vs. Perpetual KYB: Which Approach Actually Protects Your Business?
Due diligence12 min read

Periodic KYB Reviews vs. Perpetual KYB: Which Approach Actually Protects Your Business?

Periodic KYB is a traditional business verification approach that checks companies at onboarding and at fixed intervals, covering document collection, ownership verification, risk scoring, and ongoing AML compliance.
Uncovering Ultimate Beneficial Owners: The Essential Guide to UBO Discovery and Compliance in 2026
Due diligence10 min read

Uncovering Ultimate Beneficial Owners: The Essential Guide to UBO Discovery and Compliance in 2026

Identifying Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBOs) is vital for compliance and risk management. Discover how UBO discovery enhances AML efforts, sanctions enforcement, and corporate transparency in 2026.
The EU Wants a Unified Registry. Here’s What We Learned Building One.
Due diligence5 min read

The EU Wants a Unified Registry. Here’s What We Learned Building One.

Europe’s Unified European Company aims to transform business formation in 48 hours. Here’s what the announcement means—and what comes next.
Beneficial Ownership Registers: Which Countries Publish UBO Data?
Due diligence20 min read

Beneficial Ownership Registers: Which Countries Publish UBO Data?

Behind complex ownership chains lies the Ultimate Beneficial Owner. Learn how UBOs are defined, identified, and regulated under FATF rules.