A guide to perpetual KYC
Across the world, banks are looking at the efficiency savings and risk reduction on offer with Perpetual KYC (pKYC) versus existing periodic KYC refresh and remediation approaches.
In this video Dr Henry Balani, Chair of the pKYC Advisory Board and Global Head of Industry and Regulatory Affairs at Encompass outlines:
- What is pKYC
- Why is pKYC needed?
- What is the starting point on the journey to pKYC?
Author: Dr Henry Balani
Dr. Henry Balani, Global Head of Regulatory Affairs, Encompass Corporation, leads engagement with regulators, industry bodies, and financial institutions. With deep expertise in regulatory affairs, Henry advises financial institutions on navigating complex and evolving regulatory expectations. He is a regular contributor to industry discussions on topics including Corporate Digital Identity (CDI), perpetual KYC (pKYC), model governance, and the responsible use of AI in financial services. He is currently defining digital identify standards with the Financial Markets Standard Board (FMSB) and Centre for Finance, Innovation and Technology (CFiT).
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