IMPLEMENTATION OF CUSTOMER IDENTIFICATION MEASURES USING NEW DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES
The article deals with the issues of customer identification using new modern technologies that make it possible for banks to carry out more effective measures to counteract the legalization (laundering) of proceeds from crime. The author analyzes the current Russian legislation and regulations of the Bank of Russia in terms of remote identification of individual customers for individual banking operations. The mechanism of remote identification is considered, within which a technological infrastructure has been developed, including a Single biometric system and a Single identification and authentication system. The article notes that the introduction of remote identification provides advantages for both banks and Bank clients. The ability of banks to use identification data obtained by other credit institutions is the main goal of changes to the remote identification procedure. At the same time, credit organizations in such cases, taking into account the recommendation of the Basel Committee, should not forget to implement the “know your customer” policy. The paper examines the practice of Russian banks in the framework of pilot projects on the use of blockchain technology for remote identification and storage of information in relation to customers, in particular, on the example of a pilot KYC Project based on Masterchains. The author identifies the main legal risks of using new digital technologies, and emphasizes the need to ensure the safety of personal data.