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IDnow, a prominent provider of identity verification platforms in Europe, has recently expanded its product offering by introducing two innovative e-signature solutions, InstantSign and...

As technology continues to evolve over the long-term, one particular trend we can expect to remain is that of the role of voice –...

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), a pivotal regulator and supervisor within the EU, has launched a public consultation on draft guidelines and technical standards pertaining to the revised Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive (AIFMD) and the Undertakings for Collective Investment in Transferable Securities (UCITS) Directive.

The European Banking Authority (EBA) today announced the introduction of new Guidelines concerning the 'travel rule' for fund and crypto asset transfers.

SEBI, the regulatory authority for securities in India, has unveiled updates to its guidelines aimed at enhancing market integrity and protecting investors.

Banking leaders in Australia have criticised the Consumer Data Right (CDR) regime, labeling it ineffective and overly expensive.

Lithuania-based FreeBnk has recently concluded a significant funding round, securing $3m to advance its crypto investment technologies.

As the financial sector continues its rapid transformation, the integration of sophisticated automation in financial analytics is increasingly paramount. A Forbes study indicates that up to 25% of routine, information-based tasks in financial services could be automated by AI.

In recent years, off-channel communications have come under the intense scrutiny of regulators like the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). This scrutiny is largely due to the risks these unmonitored communications pose, ranging from compliance issues to gaps in record-keeping that can affect investor protection.

In the modern business landscape, the distinction between CSR and ESG practices is becoming increasingly significant.