What makes an Electronic Signature Qualified from VSiD

Following its pilot scheme which began in 2020, HMLR has announced that it will now accept Qualified Electronic Signatures on documents and deeds and is encouraging lawyers and their clients to make use of this technology since it has been well tested and regulated.

VSiD on the importance of AML checks for legal firms

With financial transactions taking place digitally and instantly across the globe, there has been an increasing need for robust anti money laundering (AML) measures to help combat financial crime and identity fraud, with a growing legal obligation on the Legal and Property sectors to carry out a high level of due diligence on their clients.

VSiD provides a step by step guide to meeting the latest AML client due diligence guidance.

In its Anti-Money Laundering Guidance for the Legal Sector 2025, the Legal Sector Affinity Group outlines a number of updated steps and processes that should be taken by law firms to comply with regulations and help prevent money laundering.

VSiD launches SmartComply to help reduce risk and stay compliant

In response to the professional services sector’s increasing compliance needs, VSiD, the government accredited Identity Service Provider (IDSP) and pioneering RegTech company, has launched a new advanced digital onboarding solution. SmartComply makes it easier for businesses to improve automation and keep up with regulatory demands. Almost every business now has a legal duty to know who they […]

The evolution of upfront information requirements in UK conveyancing: How tech solutions can help according to VirtualSignature

The conveyancing landscape in the UK is undergoing significant changes with the introduction of new upfront information (UFI) requirements. These changes aim to make property transactions more transparent, efficient, and less prone to delays.

Navigating AML compliance: latest insights for UK conveyancers – find out more with VirtualSignature

In the ever-evolving landscape of legal requirements, Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance stands as a cornerstone for safeguarding against financial crimes.

VirtualSignature-ID solves large file upload headache for law firms

VirtualSignature-ID, the leading eSignature and digital onboarding specialist has introduced an enhanced feature to its software which will allow clients to upload and process up to 200MB documents per transaction when sending for eSignature, which far exceeds the typical limitation of 25MB (Docusign)* or 100MB (Adobe)*.

Are face to face know your customer (KYC) checks becoming a thing of the past? Find out more with VirtualSignature

Before work can be started on any legal or high-risk financial matter, professional services firms need to complete Know Your Customer (KYC) checks and they need to complete them quickly.

VirtualSignature-ID helps legal claims and finance firms secure more business online

VirtualSignature-ID, the leading UK eSignature and digital onboarding experts, have introduced a ground-breaking API tool for their clients.  This tool empowers them to seamlessly integrate an HTML embedded “eSignature block” to any web-based document signing or customer onboarding process.

Transforming conveyancing: How technology is influencing legal fees in the UK according to VirtualSignature

In the dynamic landscape of the UK property market, conveyancers play a pivotal role in facilitating smooth transactions between buyers and sellers. However, the traditional methods of conveyancing often result in hefty fees as perceived by clients, leaving them searching for more cost-effective solutions which may not provide such a quality service.