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The future of corporate identity: The role of LEI and vLEI in 2025 and beyond

25 února 2025

Why organisations need a Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) in the digital world As global businesses increasingly embrace tokenisation, decentralised identity and AI-driven compliance technologies, the demand for reliable, scalable and interoperable digital identity solutions is skyrocketing. One of the most revolutionary developments in corporate identity verification is the Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) and the verifiable […]

Unlocking business potential with high-quality data: The role of the Legal Entity Identifier (LEI)

17 února 2025

Why data quality is critical to business growth In today’s interconnected economy, organisations rely on accurate and reliable data to make informed decisions, ensure compliance and drive growth. High-quality data is not just a benchmark – it’s a strategic necessity. The Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) ensures transparency and trust in global business transactions. Anyone wishing […]

Accurate and efficient payee verification: How the LEI number is changing global payments

10 února 2025

In times of increasing financial fraud and stricter regulatory requirements, businesses and financial institutions seek reliable methods to verify payment recipients. The Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) number is establishing itself as a powerful tool to improve the accuracy and security of payment transactions. The challenge of payee verification Financial institutions and businesses face significant challenges […]

DORA: What It Means and Why It’s Important

7 února 2025

The Digital Operational Resilience Act, or DORA, is a new regulation in the European Union that began on January 16, 2023, and will be implemented on January 17, 2025. DORA seeks to enhance the technology security of financial institutions such as banks and insurance companies. As these organisations depend increasingly on technology, they face greater […]

GLEIF and Companies House simplify global corporate identification with the Legal Entity Identifier (LEI)

4 února 2025

New LEI feature improves transparency and facilitates international business relationships The Global Legal Entity Identifier Foundation (GLEIF) and the UK Companies Register Companies House have launched a new initiative to improve UK companies‘ global identifiability and traceability. By linking Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) numbers directly to the official Companies House registration data, company identification will […]

2024 under the sign of the LEI: Record growth and new markets for Legal Entity Identifiers

31 ledna 2025

A decade of growth for the Global LEI System Since introducing the Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) system ten years ago, the way legal entities are identified worldwide has changed significantly. In 2024, the system has seen significant growth as companies increasingly rely on a verifiable LEI number to promote transparency and trust in business relationships. […]

Trust and innovation: How Alexandre Kech is shaping the future of the Legal Entity Identifier (LEI)

29 ledna 2025

The importance of the Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) in the digital world In an increasingly digitalised economy, the Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) is becoming increasingly important. Companies worldwide need a reliable, standardised method of identification to meet regulatory requirements and increase trust in global financial transactions. Alexandre Kech, CEO of the Global Legal Entity Identifier […]

LEI: The revolution of digital identification in international business

20 ledna 2025

The world of international trade and financial markets is on the brink of a new era, fuelled by the Legal Entity Identifier (LEI). Initially developed for reporting OTC derivatives transactions, the LEI has evolved into a versatile tool that promotes transparency and efficiency across numerous industries. According to Alexandre Kech, CEO of GLEIF, the next […]

The EU’s new AML framework: stricter rules for crypto-asset companies from 2025

15 ledna 2025

The European Union (EU) has reached a new milestone in the fight against money laundering and terrorist financing. From 2025, a comprehensive AML (Anti-Money Laundering) framework will come into force, significantly tightening the regulations for crypto-asset companies and other financial service providers. These new regulations are intended to substantially improve security and transparency in the […]

The rise of the Legal Entity Identifier (LEI): security and trust for digital assets

7 ledna 2025

Digital transformation in the financial sector The financial sector is at a turning point: digital assets, once niche products, have become an indispensable pillar of the global economic system. Financial market infrastructures (FMIs) and banks are using this innovation to optimise internal processes and improve global services. The key to this revolution? Standardised digital corporate […]

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