Artificial intelligence is advancing at breakneck speed, reshaping industries and decision-making processes. Yet, regulatory frameworks and compliance systems are struggling to adapt in real time. This widening gap poses risks not just to governance, but to trust and accountability. How can organisations and regulators close it without stifling innovation? Stacey English, director of regulatory intelligence …

As technology reshapes industries, it also redefines governance. Can machine-readable regulations bridge the gap between regulators and institutions? This new approach promises faster compliance, clearer expectations, and smarter oversight. But can it truly transform their complex, evolving relationship?  In the view of Emil Kongelys, CTO of Muinmos, a RegTech company, machine readable regulation will be a …

Quantifind, a leader in AI-driven risk intelligence, is making significant strides in transforming financial crime compliance. FinTech Global recently sat down with Annalisa Camarillo, EVP Marketing at Quantifind, to hear about the firm’s 2024, its ambitious plans for 2025, and how it’s addressing the evolving challenges in the financial crime landscape. 2024 was a pivotal …

With the use of artificial intelligence by businesses and individuals alike exploding across the world, one of the biggest challenges going forward that is facing the industry is to ensure that AI remains ethical and well structured. How can RegTech help in this battle?  South African RegTech firm RelyComply stressed off the bat that AI has taken …

In an increasingly interconnected world, geopolitical shifts play a crucial role in shaping financial regulations. As global power dynamics evolve—whether due to trade wars, economic sanctions, conflicts, or shifting alliances—governments and regulatory bodies must adapt to safeguard financial stability. In the opinion of Opoint chief sales officer Toby Cook, the rapid evolution of international relationships, driven by …

Regulatory compliance is no longer just a cost of doing business—it’s the next frontier of competitive advantage. As financial institutions grapple with evolving AML and KYC mandates, manual processes are buckling under the weight of complexity. Will 2025 be the year regulatory automation becomes a necessity? In the view of RelyComply, updated regulatory measures have long …

In the realm of anti-money laundering (AML) compliance, the challenge of managing false positives remains a significant concern, a sentiment echoed by a compliance leader during a recent AI-centric webinar. According to Workfusion, for years, the focus has been on enhancing the efficiency of screening processes to minimize operational risks caused by incorrect alerts. However, despite …

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to transform financial crime compliance, a new industry benchmark is emerging: compliance-first AI. In a landscape where balancing cutting-edge technology with compliance has never been more vital, adopting AI the right way can enhance efficiency, mitigate risks, and prevent financial crime. Napier AI, a next generation intelligent compliance platform, recently delved …

Whilst the origins of the RegTech sector are to be found in the challenges posed to the financial sector post-2008 financial crisis, the future of the RegTech sector is being built today. With new technologies and regulatory requirements leading to innovation and disruption in equal measure, the RegTech sector is facing an inflection point. The …

In 2025, the RegTech industry is a thriving and growing sector, with more financial institutions than ever turning to regulatory technology to make sense of growing regulatory burdens and ensure their ongoing compliance. For many, the RegTech sector emerged as a direct response to the massive regulatory changes following the 2008 global financial crisis. Prior …