Registries Revealed | Episode 8: What's going on with UBO register access?... with Stephen Abbott Pugh

In this episode of Registries Revealed, we ask a question that’s on the mind of every KYB and AML professional right now: what on earth is going on with UBO register access?Kyckr CEO Steve Lamb is joined by beneficial ownership transparency expert Stephen Abbott Pugh to unpack the shifting landscape around access to UBO registers worldwide. They explore:How we got from the early push for open beneficial ownership data to today’s more restrictive environmentWhat recent legal and policy changes mean for banks, fintechs, and corporate transparency advocatesThe practical impact on customer due diligence, adverse media checks, and ongoing KYC/KYB monitoringEmerging models for 'legitimate interest' access – and what “good” could look like in the next 5–10 yearsIf you rely on UBO data for onboarding, screening, or investigations, this episode will help you make sense of the chaos and plan for what’s coming next.