What’s the problem with Bitcoin and its effect on ESG? And what about blockchain? Is it “good” or “bad” for corporate governance and sustainability? Cygnetise’s CEO and Co-founder, Steve Pomfret, attempts to answer these questions in his latest blog below.
Read MoreWe get asked this a lot, why Cygnetise wasn’t built on a traditional, centralised database but on the blockchain. Here is the answer from our CEO. Read more.
Read MoreIn this post, we caught up with Michael Hackett, Company Secretary at Apex Group, to discuss his view on the role of authorised signatory management in the modern corporate world.
Read MoreHow can organisations successfully adapt their KYC and onboarding procedures to respond to the changing market environment and regulatory requirements in the post-COVID digital age? In this blog, we review some of the key issues that organisations have to consider during the adaptation process along with some best practices.
Read MoreUsually associated with things like climate change, pollution and resource scarcity, in reality, ESG covers a much wider spectrum of socio-economic issues. In this post, we will deep dive into the meaning of ESG and its value to organisations.
Read MoreThe COVID-19 global pandemic has shaken international trade and supply chains to its core, forcing the banking sector to finally take on a digital transformation journey. With remote operations becoming the new norm, banks have already started to see first-hand the shortcomings of paper-based transaction systems and flows. But what does this digital transformation look like? And what challenges do banks need to consider when moving from paper to digital?
Read MoreWith the rise of fintech over the past decade, many have started to question the productivity and efficiency of the transfer agent role in the modern world and its future existence. As technology evolves, the industry is facing the need for increasing levels of automation and digital transformation. However, every challenge brings an opportunity.
Read MoreIn today’s post, we speak to Erika Percival, CEO at Beyond Governance, to learn her view on the role of authorised signatory management in the modern corporate world.
Read MoreThe Coronavirus pandemic, the following economic lockdown and the new remote working arrangements have impacted almost every business and function. With governance and authorisation being among the most impacted operational areas, we’ve prepared a 2-part blog series on how different sectors are adapting their governance practices and policies to the new norm. In the first part, we cover the following sectors: Banking & Finance, Education, Public and International Traders.
Read MoreAre you aware of the risks of using e-signatures? How do you ensure your e-signatories are appropriately authorised? When was the last time you updated your authorised signatories lists? In this blog, we look at the top 3 risks of e-signing and best practices for mitigating these risks.
Read MoreThe major shift to remote working in the UK due to the COVID-19 pandemic is significantly increasing the risk of mandate fraud for businesses. In today’s blog, we look into some of the most common types of mandate fraud and best practices to prevent them from happening.
Read MoreWhile a fully paperless business world is still quite far away, we expect a quicker than anticipated move towards a “paper-light” environment. Especially now, with the recently enforced urgent push for digitalisation due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Discover the top 5 reasons to go paper-free in our latest blog.
Read MoreWith the recent Coronavirus outbreak globally, an increasing number of organisations are opting for remote working. While disruption to operations, especially in the supply chain is inevitable, the latest technological advancements allow most organisations to continue to operate with a certain level of normality. But how about those who need to execute legal documentation in real time? Can they do it remotely by using electronic signatures?
Read MoreLast year, a campaign group, ‘Bank Signature Forgery Campaign’ (BSFC), was formed in the UK after a series of allegations of forging signatures on court documents in repossession cases against some leading UK financial firms. In this blog, we look further into the matter and discuss the importance of authorised signatory management for fraud prevention and risk management.
Read MoreAs we enter the new year, we decided to take a look back at our journey growing Cygnetise from 0 to 37 paying clients and reflect on the successes and challenges we’d faced so far.
Read MoreExploring the benefits that blockchain could bring to corporate governance and how it could offer smart solutions for classical sector inefficiencies, especially in the relationship between shareholders and the company.
Read MoreAs the US and the UK start catching up with mainland Europe, China and South Korea on adopting electronic signatures, have you ever wondered how valid they are?
Read MoreWe are delighted to announce that Praxis IFM Trust, Apex Corporate Services (Ireland), Summit Trust International, The ID Register and JTC Group, have recently joined the Cygnetise network.
Read MoreIn business the all-encompassing notion that the signature is a 100% accurate representation of authorisation is an issue. This misconception that if someone has signed, stamped or printed their name on an official piece of business, they must have been authorised to do so.
Read MoreA piece that outlines how Cygnetise can help you reduces the admin burden and costs whilst mitigating the risk of fraud for your organisation. Read more.
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