The Risks of an Expired LEI Code

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When and Why to Renew Your LEI Code: The Risks of an Expired LEI The Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) is an international identification code that proves a company’s legal existence and ensures greater transparency in the global financial system. It works like a digital passport for your business — and, like any passport, it must […]

NIS2 and LEI

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What Is NIS and Why NIS2 Matters The Network and Information Security Directive (NIS) was the EU’s first cybersecurity law, adopted in 2016. It required Member States to create competent authorities, set up national CSIRTs, and apply minimum risk management standards. Experience showed that NIS1 was too narrow. Many sectors were not covered, and obligations […]

BIS, GLEIF and the LEI

Handshake with digital network overlay and text BIS • GLEIF • LEI – Global Standards for Trust

Building Trust in the Global Financial System In the world of finance, trust is everything. But trust cannot exist without clear rules and reliable systems that allow banks, companies, and regulators to identify who is who. This is where global institutions like the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) and the Global Legal Entity Identifier Foundation […]

LEI Code in the USA: What You Need to Know

LEI Code in the USA – a global identifier for trust and transparency in business

A Global Identifier in a U.S. Context In today’s global business environment, trust and transparency have become more than just buzzwords—they are essential components of long-term success. Whether you are managing partnerships, entering new markets, or preparing for evolving regulatory frameworks, one tool is quietly becoming increasingly valuable in the U.S.: the Legal Entity Identifier, […]

LEI Use in Business Sectors

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Introduction Legal Entity Identifiers (LEIs) were designed to bring clarity to financial markets. But today, LEI use in business sectors is expanding rapidly. Industries like logistics, insurance, and technology—as well as public sector institutions—are embracing LEIs to validate business partners, reduce fraud, and streamline global interactions. This shift shows how LEIs are evolving from a […]