Adverse Media.

An Adverse Media Check searches publicly available sources, like news articles, press releases, and regulatory announcements, for any information that might suggest involvement in illegal activities, financial crimes, or other high-risk behaviors. This check helps organisations avoid potential reputational risks associated with candidates, clients, or partners.

This check screens for potential red flags such as allegations or evidence of financial crime, illegal activities, fraud, regulatory violations, and other behaviors that could negatively impact an organization’s reputation or operations.

Unlike traditional background checks that focus on criminal records or financial history, an Adverse Media Check focuses on publicly reported incidents and allegations. It provides a broader context of potential reputational risks that may not be captured in standard screening processes.

The check covers a variety of publicly accessible sources, including reputable news outlets, industry publications, regulatory notices, and press releases. These sources offer insights into any publicly recorded incidents or allegations associated with the individual or organisation.

No, this check uses only publicly available information, so it does not access any private or confidential data. It is designed to comply with privacy laws by relying exclusively on open-source information that is legally accessible.

Each match flagged during the initial automated search is manually reviewed by an analyst to reduce false positives. This human review helps ensure that only relevant findings are presented, eliminating irrelevant matches with similar names or situations unrelated to the candidate.