Atty. Gino Jacinto leads digital transformation in Philippine law, advocating for electronic signatures and AML screening to boost efficiency and compliance.<\/p>\n
In the Philippine legal and financial sectors, Atty. Jacinto’s legal career spans over 15 UNAWA aims to empower Filipino businesses by Atty. Jacinto has been a vocal advocate for adopting Enhanced Efficiency:<\/b> Cost Reduction:<\/b> Improved Security:<\/b> Through platforms like SignSecure, which In addition to electronic signatures, Atty. Conduct Thorough Background Checks:<\/b> Access global sanctions lists and Politically Exposed Person (PEP) Ensure Regulatory Compliance:<\/b> Stay Mitigate Financial Risks:<\/b> By integrating AML screening into daily Atty. Jacinto’s commitment to digital
\nAtty. Gino Carmine S. Jacinto stands out as a leading figure driving digital
\ntransformation. As the Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of UNAWA<\/a>, a
\npioneering legal tech company, he has been instrumental in integrating
\nelectronic signatures<\/a> and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) screening into business
\noperations, enhancing efficiency and compliance.<\/p>\nEarly Career and Legal Expertise<\/h2>\n
\nyears, during which he has amassed extensive experience in corporate law,
\ncompliance, and digital transformation. His tenure gave him a deep
\nunderstanding of businesses’ complexities in regulatory compliance and
\noperational efficiency. This background has been pivotal in shaping his
\napproach to developing digital solutions that address these challenges.<\/p>\nFounding UNAWA: Bridging Law and Technology<\/h2>\n
\nproviding user-friendly legal tech tools that streamline operations and ensure
\ncompliance. Under Atty. Jacinto’s leadership as COO, and with the recent recognition
\nas co-founder, UNAWA has developed innovative solutions such as SignSecure and
\nUCheck, which have become integral in promoting the adoption of electronic
\nsignatures and AML screening in the Philippines<\/a>.<\/p>\nAdvocacy for Electronic Signatures in the Philippines<\/h2>\n
\nelectronic signatures in the Philippines<\/a>. He emphasizes that electronic
\nsignatures are not only legally binding under the E-Commerce Act (Republic Act
\nNo. 8792) but also offer numerous benefits, including:<\/p>\n
\n Streamlining document signing processes, reducing turnaround times.<\/p>\n
\n Minimizing expenses related to paper, printing, and logistics.<\/p>\n
\n Utilizing advanced authentication methods to ensure the integrity of
\n signed documents.<\/p>\n
\nincorporates facial recognition technology, Atty. Jacinto has demonstrated how
\nelectronic signatures can be both secure and user-friendly. This innovation has
\nbenefited small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) seeking to digitize their
\noperations.<\/p>\nChampioning AML Screening for Financial Integrity<\/h2>\n
\nJacinto has been instrumental in promoting robust AML screening processes.
\nUnderstanding the critical importance of preventing financial crimes, he led
\nthe development of UCheck<\/a>, a comprehensive solution that enables businesses to:<\/p>\n
\n databases.<\/p>\n
\n updated with evolving AML regulations.<\/p>\n
\n Identify and prevent potential financial crimes before they occur.<\/p>\n
\noperations, businesses can protect themselves from legal repercussions and
\ncontribute to the overall integrity of the financial system.<\/p>\nRecent Engagements and Contributions<\/h2>\n
\ntransformation is evident through his participation in various industry events.
\nNotably, on November 11, 2024, he spoke at “ELEVATE: Empowering Young
\nEntrepreneurs with Tech-Driven Solutions,” a key session during Philippine
\nStartup Week 2024<\/a>. Held at the Rotary Club in Makati City, this event gave
\nyoung entrepreneurs actionable insights into leveraging technology for business
\nsuccess.<\/p>\n