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Welcome to the inaugural episode of Registries Revealed, a new podcast series which deep dives into the complex world of company registers. Across ten episodes, our host, Steve Lamb, COO of Kyckr, will investigate the national registers in ten global financial centres, accompanied by local experts from each region.

Get ready for insightful discussion and expert analysis that explores key topics relevant to Financial Crime, including: 

• ​The legal framework that underpins each register
• ​The register’s usefulness as a tool for Financial Crime and AML teams 
• ​What data and filings are open to the public 
• ​Whether the data can be relied upon for KYC 

In the first episode of Registries Revealed, Steve is joined by GrahamBarrow, host of The Dark Money Files podcast and director of RiskAlert247 to discuss the UK’s Companies House. Together, they attempt to answer key questions including: 

• ​Does the UK deserve plaudits for having an open UBO register? 
• ​Are the UK’s company registration rules being exploited by criminals? 
• ​Is the latest ‘Strategic Intelligence Assessment’ as shocking as it initially appears? 
• ​Can additional sources be used to improve verification of UK companies? 

Don’t miss out: subscribe to Registries Revealed on Spotify and Apple Podcasts to stay updated with the latest episodes. 

Meet Our Experts 

Graham Barrow

Graham is a veteran of the banking world who advises both the public and private sectors on how to improve financial crime detection and reduce fraud. He is a regular media commentator and hosts ‘The Dark Money Files’ podcast, a must-listen for those in Financial Crime. Graham is well-known for his social media posts which bring to light unusual company registrations, along with his role as Co-Founder and Director RiskAlert247, which combats the fraudulent use of personal information to create fake businesses. 

Steve Lamb

Steve is a recognised authority in Know Your Business (KYB) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) practices and serves as Kyckr’s Chief Operating Officer. In this role, he oversees, Product, Marketing, Sales and Delivery functions, ensuring the company’s commercial development and the enhancement of our award-winning global services.  

Want to know more about the UK Company Register? 

Don’t miss Kyckr’s comprehensive guide, which is available to download now.   

Navigating company registers can be challenging due to varying rules and accessibility constraints across different countries. Are you confident in your ability to get accurate information in a timely manner? 

Kyckr’s ⁠⁠‘Company Register Guide: United Kingdom’ ⁠⁠provides critical insights into Companies House, giving you clear information to support your business verification efforts. 

Why Download Our Guide? 

• ​Improve your knowledge: Master differences in company registration rules with ease  
• ​Ensure Accuracy: Gain insights into the reliability of various registers. 
• ​Stay Informed: Keep up with changing regulations and best practices in compliance. 

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