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title: Why do Floww complete these investor checks?
description: As investments in private markets are high-risk, we are required to Categorise investors, in line with UK Financial Conduct Authority regulations. We complete KYC to protect both companies and investo
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# Why do Floww complete these investor checks?

As investments in private markets are high-risk, we are required to **Categorise** investors, in line with UK Financial Conduct Authority regulations.

We complete **KYC** to protect both companies and investors during a fundraise, and ensure the firm is not facilitating financial crime.

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