{"id":7626,"date":"2024-11-14T15:02:00","date_gmt":"2024-11-14T06:02:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/asiajournaux.com\/?p=7626"},"modified":"2024-11-14T15:43:26","modified_gmt":"2024-11-14T06:43:26","slug":"atty-gino-jacinto-leading-digital-transformation-in-philippine-law-and-finance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/asiajournaux.com\/?p=7626","title":{"rendered":"Atty. Gino Jacinto: Leading Digital Transformation in Philippine Law and Finance"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Atty. Gino Jacinto leads digital transformation in Philippine law, advocating for electronic signatures and AML screening to boost efficiency and compliance.<\/p>\n<p>In the Philippine legal and financial sectors,<br \/>\nAtty. Gino Carmine S. Jacinto stands out as a leading figure driving digital<br \/>\ntransformation. As the Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of <a href=\"https:\/\/unawa.asia\/\">UNAWA<\/a>, a<br \/>\npioneering legal tech company, he has been instrumental in integrating<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/unawa.asia\/products\/signsecure\">electronic signatures<\/a> and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) screening into business<br \/>\noperations, enhancing efficiency and compliance.<\/p>\n<h2>Early Career and Legal Expertise<\/h2>\n<p>Atty. Jacinto&#8217;s legal career spans over 15<br \/>\nyears, during which he has amassed extensive experience in corporate law,<br \/>\ncompliance, and digital transformation. His tenure gave him a deep<br \/>\nunderstanding of businesses&#8217; complexities in regulatory compliance and<br \/>\noperational efficiency. This background has been pivotal in shaping his<br \/>\napproach to developing digital solutions that address these challenges.<\/p>\n<h2>Founding UNAWA: Bridging Law and Technology<\/h2>\n<p>UNAWA aims to empower Filipino businesses by<br \/>\nproviding user-friendly legal tech tools that streamline operations and ensure<br \/>\ncompliance. Under Atty. Jacinto&#8217;s leadership as COO, and with the recent recognition<br \/>\nas co-founder, UNAWA has developed innovative solutions such as SignSecure and<br \/>\nUCheck, which have become integral in promoting the adoption of electronic<br \/>\nsignatures and <a href=\"https:\/\/unawa.asia\/products\/ucheck\">AML screening in the Philippines<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Advocacy for Electronic Signatures in the Philippines<\/h2>\n<p>Atty. Jacinto has been a vocal advocate for adopting<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/unawa.asia\/blog\/e-signatures-16\/are-electronic-signatures-legally-binding-in-the-philippines-78\">electronic signatures in the Philippines<\/a>. He emphasizes that electronic<br \/>\nsignatures are not only legally binding under the E-Commerce Act (Republic Act<br \/>\nNo. 8792) but also offer numerous benefits, including:<\/p>\n<p><b>Enhanced Efficiency:<\/b><br \/>\n     Streamlining document signing processes, reducing turnaround times.<\/p>\n<p><b>Cost Reduction:<\/b><br \/>\n     Minimizing expenses related to paper, printing, and logistics.<\/p>\n<p><b>Improved Security:<\/b><br \/>\n     Utilizing advanced authentication methods to ensure the integrity of<br \/>\n     signed documents.<\/p>\n<p>Through platforms like SignSecure, which<br \/>\nincorporates facial recognition technology, Atty. Jacinto has demonstrated how<br \/>\nelectronic signatures can be both secure and user-friendly. This innovation has<br \/>\nbenefited small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) seeking to digitize their<br \/>\noperations.<\/p>\n<h2>Championing AML Screening for Financial Integrity<\/h2>\n<p>In addition to electronic signatures, Atty.<br \/>\nJacinto has been instrumental in promoting robust AML screening processes.<br \/>\nUnderstanding the critical importance of preventing financial crimes, he led<br \/>\nthe development of <a href=\"https:\/\/unawa.asia\/ubasic\">UCheck<\/a>, a comprehensive solution that enables businesses to:<\/p>\n<p><b>Conduct Thorough Background Checks:<\/b> Access global sanctions lists and Politically Exposed Person (PEP)<br \/>\n     databases.<\/p>\n<p><b>Ensure Regulatory Compliance:<\/b> Stay<br \/>\n     updated with evolving AML regulations.<\/p>\n<p><b>Mitigate Financial Risks:<\/b><br \/>\n     Identify and prevent potential financial crimes before they occur.<\/p>\n<p>By integrating AML screening into daily<br \/>\noperations, businesses can protect themselves from legal repercussions and<br \/>\ncontribute to the overall integrity of the financial system.<\/p>\n<h2>Recent Engagements and Contributions<\/h2>\n<p>Atty. Jacinto&#8217;s commitment to digital<br \/>\ntransformation is evident through his participation in various industry events.<br \/>\nNotably, on November 11, 2024, he spoke at &#8220;ELEVATE: Empowering Young<br \/>\nEntrepreneurs with Tech-Driven Solutions,&#8221; a key session during <a href=\"https:\/\/unawa.asia\/blog\/unawa-news-announcements-13\/meet-unawas-new-co-founders-108\">Philippine<br \/>\nStartup Week 2024<\/a>. Held at the Rotary Club in Makati City, this event gave<br \/>\nyoung entrepreneurs actionable insights into leveraging technology for business<br \/>\nsuccess.<\/p>\n<p>Following this, on November 12-13, 2024, Atty.<br \/>\nJacinto represented UNAWA at the <a href=\"https:\/\/unawa.asia\/blog\/unawa-news-announcements-13\/unawa-and-ecoglobal-forge-strategic-partnership-to-drive-digital-transformation-in-rural-banking-sector-110\">71st Annual National Convention and General<br \/>\nMembership Assembly of the Rural Bankers Association of the Philippines (RBAP)<\/a><br \/>\nat The Manila Hotel. During this convention, UNAWA announced a strategic<br \/>\npartnership with EcoGlobal to integrate digital solutions into rural banking<br \/>\noperations, including electronic signatures and AML screening. This<br \/>\ncollaboration aims to:<\/p>\n<p><b>Enhance Financial Inclusion:<\/b><br \/>\n     Providing rural banks with better tools to serve their communities.<\/p>\n<p><b>Streamline Compliance:<\/b><br \/>\n     Simplifying regulatory processes through digital means.<\/p>\n<p><b>Promote Operational Efficiency:<\/b><br \/>\n     Reducing manual errors and improving transaction experiences.<\/p>\n<p>These engagements underscore Atty. Jacinto&#8217;s<br \/>\ndedication to fostering a digitally inclusive financial ecosystem in the<br \/>\nPhilippines.<\/p>\n<h2>Vision for the Future<\/h2>\n<p>Looking ahead, Atty. Jacinto envisions a<br \/>\nPhilippine business environment where digital solutions are seamlessly<br \/>\nintegrated into legal and financial operations. He believes that widespread<br \/>\nadoption of electronic signatures and AML screening will:<\/p>\n<p><b>Empower Businesses:<\/b><br \/>\n     Enabling them to operate more efficiently and competitively.<\/p>\n<p><b>Enhance Compliance:<\/b><br \/>\n     Ensuring adherence to local and international regulations.<\/p>\n<p><b>Foster Innovation:<\/b><br \/>\n     Encouraging the development of new technologies and solutions.<\/p>\n<p>Through his leadership at UNAWA, Atty. Jacinto<br \/>\ncontinues to drive initiatives that align with this vision, aiming to build a<br \/>\nthriving digital Philippines.<\/p>\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/unawa.asia\/blog\/profiles-18\/how-a-lawyers-perspective-drives-modern-digital-solutions-109\">Atty. Gino Jacinto&#8217;s unwavering commitment to digital transformation marks his contributions to the Philippine legal<br \/>\nand financial sectors.<\/a> By championing the adoption of electronic signatures and<br \/>\nAML screening, he has paved the way for businesses to operate more efficiently<br \/>\nand securely. His efforts enhance compliance and promote a culture of<br \/>\ninnovation and inclusivity, positioning the Philippines as a leader in digital<br \/>\nintegration within the region.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Atty. Gino Jacinto leads digital transformation in Philippine law, advocating for electronic signatures and AML screening to boost efficiency and compliance. In the Philippine legal and financial sectors, Atty. Gino Carmine S. Jacinto stands out as a leading figure driving digital transformation. 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