Adverse Media Screening – Instant, Automated & Integrated
Take Control of Your Compliance & Risk Management
In today’s digital landscape, media coverage can impact risk assessments significantly.
IdentityCheck’s Adverse Media Screening automates the process of identifying **negative news mentions**,
helping businesses **detect potential risks in real-time** while **minimizing false positives**.
Our system uses **live web searches** to screen individuals against global media sources, financial crime investigations, and law enforcement reports.
The **AI-powered filtering technology** ensures **accurate results**, reducing noise from unverified sources.
Why Choose IdentityCheck Adverse Media Screening?
- Zero Manual Data Entry – Uses **legally extracted names** from ID verification (passport, driver’s license).
- Live Web Search – Real-time screening across **15,000+ global media sources**.
- AI-Enhanced Filtering – Reduces **false positives** by eliminating unreliable sources.
- Seamless Integration – Works within your existing compliance workflow.
- Multilingual Keyword Matching – Supports **English, Spanish, French, German, Russian, Japanese, and more**.
How It Works
- Verify Identity – The individual’s ID (passport, driver’s license) is verified.
- Automated Name Extraction – The **full legal name is extracted** without manual data entry.
- Live Media Screening – The name is checked against **search engines & 15,000+ sources**.
- Results in a Dedicated Tab – Matches appear **instantly for review**, helping businesses assess risks efficiently.
How to Enable Adverse Media Screening
- Go to “Sanctions” settings in the IdentityCheck control panel.
- Toggle on “Adverse Media Screening” to activate automated checks.
- Run ID verification as usual – Adverse media screening runs in the background.
- View results in the “Adverse Media Screening” tab for quick review and compliance management.
Sources & Search Engines Used
| Category | Sources |
|---|---|
| Search Engines | Google, Bing, Yahoo |
| News & Media | Local and international news sites in 195+ countries |
| Law Enforcement | Police reports, financial crime investigations, tax offices, most-wanted lists |
| Crime Keywords | Crime, Fraud, Money Laundering, Bribery, Narcotics, Corruption (Available in English, Spanish, Polish, Russian, Japanese, and more) |
Intelligent Name Matching & Variations
To ensure **accurate results**, IdentityCheck’s AI-powered system accounts for common **name variations, typos, and translations**.
- Nicknames – Henry (Harry), Barbara (Babbie)
- Spelling Errors – John (Jon), Elizabeth (Elisabeth)
- Translation Variations – Alexander (Александр), Victor (Виктор)
- Organization Abbreviations – Limited (LTD), Joint-Stock Company (JSC)
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What customers say
Customers love the ease-of-use and integration with their existing tech stack.
What problem are you trying to solve? KYC Requirements - Proof of Identity.
What do you like? Integrates well with CRM and email systems and very easy to use.
What problem are you trying to solve? Verifying our customers.
If you're looking for a convenient way to meet compliance requirements, then IdentityCheck is the perfect solution. This product is incredibly easy to use and works seamlessly with your existing data, making it a breeze to verify your identity. I was impressed with the simplicity and speed of the verification process, which is probably a key reason why so many customers love this product.
