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Navigating the risks: The urgent need for effective MNPI management

Navigating the risks: The urgent need for effective MNPI management

In recent years, the management of Material Non-Public Information (MNPI) has emerged as a significant concern within the compliance sphere. Regulatory bodies in the...

The tenfold benefits of FCA authorisation for financial entities

In today's fast-paced and highly regulated financial landscape, securing full UK FCA authorisation is more than just a regulatory milestone.
Remittance company Servicio UniTeller hit with $700k fine

Remittance company Servicio UniTeller hit with $700k fine

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has ordered international remittance company Servicio UniTeller to pay a $700,000 penalty.
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Adapting to the changing US regulatory landscape: Highlights from Q2

In a recent post by Saifr, the company outlined some of the key regulatory changes in the US during the Q2 of 2023.

Moody’s unveils Russian nexus data to aid EU institutions in sanctions compliance

As of July 2024, credit and financial institutions within the EU are mandated to adhere to stringent reporting requirements for transactions associated with Russian ownership, as detailed by the European Commission.
FutureBank

FutureBank embraces IDVerse tech for enhanced customer onboarding

FutureBank, a customisable embedded finance platform, collaborates with IDVerse, the world's leading digital ID verification company.
cybersecurity

Securities and Exchange Commission proposes stronger cybersecurity rules

The SEC has proposed new requirements to a number of key industry stakeholders to address cybersecurity risks.
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Nationwide and Waffle join forces for auto and home coverage

Insurance carrier Nationwide has teamed up with consumer InsurTech solution Waffle to offer instant online auto and home coverage.
cyber

Key steps for PE firms to mitigate cyber risks in portfolio companies

With the digital threat landscape ever-evolving, portfolio companies find themselves at the receiving end of 43% of annual cyberattacks.

News Stories

Six ways tech is revolutionising M&A for insurers

Six ways tech is revolutionising M&A for insurers

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) have long been pivotal strategies for growth within the insurance sector, enabling firms to expand their market presence, enter new territories, and secure competitive advantages.
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What are the main concerns financial institutions should have around using AI?

As financial institutions look to increase their adoption of artificial intelligence (AI), they need to ensure they are able to trust the technology. These AI tools can have gain access to sensitive data and if the correct measures are not implemented, can cause a myriad of problems. 

Candriam launches ESG Market Neutral Fund targeting sustainability leaders

Candriam, a sustainability-focused asset management firm, has announced the launch of its new fund, the Candriam Equities L ESG Market Neutral Fund.
SEB

SEB launches global fund focused exclusively on sustainable investments

SEB has unveiled the SEB Global Sustainable Companies Fund, an index-linked global investment fund dedicated solely to sustainable companies.

American Sustainable Business Council takes on Texas in ESG lawsuit

The Texas legal landscape is heating up as the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC), a champion for sustainable business practices, has filed a lawsuit against the state to overturn Senate Bill 13.

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