MiFID II

ESMA and the FCA respond to yet another Brexit delay

Brexit has been delayed again, with the EU granting the UK another three-month extension to sort out its divorce from the other member states.

What do you need to do in case of a hard Brexit?

The top UK financial market authority has issued a reminder of what needs to be done incase the UK crashes out of the EU without a deal.

Five reasons why MiFID II’s Article 16 is such a headache to deal with

The EU’s Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID II) was created to make the regulatory framework protecting investors clearer. However, it is still tricky to comply with.

ESMA offers more clarification about MiFID II and MiFIR

Two of the EU’s most complicated laws have been given some more clarification regarding exchange-traded funds.

Is it fear of automation or something else that keeps big banks from adopting...

Lots of huge financial institutions talk the talk about innovation, but few seem to walk the walk and actually implement RegTech solutions. That is according...

Banks warn there is no UK law in place to secure trade with the...

In case of a no-deal Brexit, bankers fear they will not have access to their biggest market.

The biggest challenges giving the RegTech sector a headache right now

From getting accurate data to responding to new regulatory challenges, there are plenty of opportunities and obstacles to overcome for RegTech innovators.

Seven threats to UK financial services still unsolved before Brexit

The Financial Conduct Authority’s top dog has revealed seven issues the regulator have yet to solve before the UK departs from the EU.

Why do businesses fail to comply with MiFID II?

The EU’s Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID II) is a complicated piece of legislation. Still, no business can afford to get it wrong.

Germany suggests changes to MiFID II despite an EU regulator saying it’s too early...

The German Federal Ministry of Finance wants to change the EU’s Financial Markets Directive even though the top EU watchdog has stated that it is too early to tell whether or not the current legislation has been successful.

News Stories

Stripe valued at $70bn in new Sequoia Capital deal

Stripe valued at $70bn in new Sequoia Capital deal

In a strategic move, Sequoia Capital has reportedly extended an offer to its investors to buy shares in Stripe, a leading payments company it initially supported nearly 14 years ago, according to a report from Axios.
Mexican FinTech startup OCN raises $86m to expand car rental services for gig workers

Mexican FinTech startup OCN raises $86m to expand car rental services for gig workers

Mexican FinTech OCN, formerly known as OneCarNow, has successfully secured $86m in a Series A funding round, according to a report form Bloomberg.
EBA launches consultation on new MiCAR reporting guidelines

EBA launches consultation on new MiCAR reporting guidelines

The European Banking Authority (EBA) has announced a public consultation on new draft Guidelines intended to standardize reporting requirements under the Markets in Crypto-assets Regulation (MiCAR).
New Independent Science Based Taxonomy (ISBT) enhances sustainable investment

New Independent Science Based Taxonomy (ISBT) enhances sustainable investment

In the realm of sustainable finance, the clarity and credibility of categorising economic activities have received a substantial boost with the introduction of the Independent Science Based Taxonomy (ISBT).
KPMG launches new Clear on Climate Reporting Hub to offer greater ESG reporting support

KPMG launches new Clear on Climate Reporting Hub to offer greater ESG reporting support

KPMG International has recently launched the Clear on Climate Reporting Hub, an innovative platform designed to offer valuable insights and guidance on corporate reporting of climate-related matters.

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