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Is open banking safe?

January 23, 2024 Checkboard Team
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Open banking refers to the practice of using open APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) that enable third-party developers to build applications and services around the financial institution. This means that with customer consent, banks can share financial data securely with trusted third-party providers, fostering innovation and competition in the financial services industry.

For customers, open banking creates a more tailored banking experience, with a transparent view of their finances across multiple institutions. For businesses, it’s a goldmine of efficiency and better data management, especially in the realm of compliance.

What are the benefits of open banking in compliance?

Here’s a closer look at the ways open banking is transforming the compliance landscape:

  1. Streamlined KYC processes

With open banking, the KYC process can become a breeze. Banks can access up-to-date customer data from multiple sources quickly and accurately. This streamlined access reduces the time and cost associated with traditional KYC methods, allowing for continuous monitoring and less friction for the customer.

  1. Effective AML monitoring

Open banking provides a comprehensive view of customer transactions across different accounts and institutions. This level of transparency allows for more effective monitoring and detection of suspicious activities, thereby enhancing anti-money laundering (AML) efforts. With the ability to spot anomalies in real-time, compliance officers can act swiftly to investigate and report potential money laundering activities.

  1. Reduced human error

With data sharing automated through APIs, the risk of human error in data entry and analysis significantly decreases. The high accuracy of data provided through open banking reduces the chances of non-compliance due to mistakes, which can often lead to hefty fines and legal issues. 

A pile of US dollars with a glitch effect. Open banking can help identify dodgy money.

 

  1. Better decision-making

Compliance is not just about adhering to regulations – it’s also about making informed decisions based on accurate financial information. Open banking provides a wealth of data that can be harnessed to improve decision-making processes and ensure that compliance is integrated with strategic business goals.

  1. Cost efficiency

Compliance can be an expensive undertaking, particularly for small and medium-sized businesses. Open banking can cut costs by allowing for more automated processes, reducing the need for manual labor, and lowering the expenses associated with compliance management.

  1. Innovative compliance solutions

The open banking ecosystem is ripe for innovative solutions from fintechs that specialise in compliance. These solutions can plug directly into banking data, providing advanced analytics that can predict and prevent compliance breaches before they occur.

What does open banking mean for the future?

While open banking promises to revolutionise the compliance process, its implementation is not without challenges. Privacy concerns, data security, and the readiness of legacy systems to adapt are hurdles that need to be addressed. However, with appropriate regulatory frameworks and security measures in place, open banking stands to greatly benefit the financial industry.

Open banking is part of a larger movement toward digital transformation, and it’s setting the stage for more efficient, accurate, and user-friendly compliance processes. As more countries adopt open banking regulations, we can expect to see a surge in compliance efficiency that benefits all stakeholders within the financial ecosystem. Get ready for a smoother, smarter compliance experience, courtesy of the open banking revolution.

To find out how you can be part of this movement, talk to Checkboard.

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