Digital IDs, Registry Reform, and Governance on the Global Agenda
This week’s edition of Registry News Weekly showcases how governments around the world are modernizing identity systems, strengthening compliance frameworks, and exploring innovative uses of registry data. From digital identity guidance in the UK to registry data privacy concerns in India, we are seeing a global shift toward transparency, efficiency, and stronger oversight.
Here are the key updates:
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Mexico: Biometric CURP identity law passed
New law will enhance the national registry system with biometric data including fingerprints and iris scans.
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Bangladesh: Calls to update Companies Act 1994
Industry stakeholders urge legal reforms to boost governance and compliance in private companies.
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Canada: Maritime vessel records added to national registry
Library and Archives Canada expands access with 84,000 new registration records spanning 150 years.
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Malaysia: SSM to host 14th National Conference in August
Conference theme focuses on the role of governance in achieving sustainable economic growth.
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United Kingdom: New digital ID guidance for AML compliance
UK launches anti-money laundering standards based on the Digital Identity and Attributes Trust Framework.
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Cuba: New civil registry law modernizes documentation and access
Law enables digital records, gender change recognition, and incorporation of artificial intelligence.
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Switzerland: Company registers to integrate with global ID databases
Swiss government partners with the Global Legal Entity Identifier Foundation for improved transparency.
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India: Entrepreneurs flag privacy breaches in corporate registry
Open access to company registration data sparks concerns about unsolicited contact and data exploitation.
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Ghana: Registry launches 24-hour business registration service
New “Prestige Service” option offers rapid registration as part of national expansion plans.
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United Kingdom: New Companies House CEO appointed
Andy King will advance transformation programs begun under outgoing CEO Louise Smyth.
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Nigeria: 100,000 dormant companies to be delisted
Corporate Affairs Commission aims to clean the registry and improve legal compliance.
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United States: New Ohio bill proposes registry for no-show job applicants
Controversial proposal raises debate over rights, accountability, and job seeker protections.
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United Kingdom: Companies shut down over false financial records
Five companies removed from the register after reporting fraudulent figures.
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Somalia: Digital ID to be required for banking in Benadir
New policy aims to reduce fraud and modernize financial access.
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Uruguay: Government explores anti-money laundering reforms
Officials warn the country risks grey-listing if reforms are not accelerated.
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Isle of Man: Online gaming listed as high-risk in new report
New national risk assessment strengthens anti-terrorism financing standards.
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Stay updated by visiting often our "Registry News Weekly" summary and the Foster Moore blog for more insights on these stories and other key registry news.
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