ESG FinTech Climate X bags ?6.3m in funding
Climate X, a London-based climate risk analytics provider, has closed a ?6.3m seed funding round as it plans to expand its product suite.
Securities regulators consult on concerns over retail trading surge
The International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) has published a consultation paper identifying several concerns over the surge in retail trading.
Bank of England urges crypto firms to ensure sanctions enforcement
The Bank of England has called on crypto companies to make sure sanctions are enforced in light on the continuing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
How investment advisers can adapt their compliance program for crypto
As cryptocurrencies continue to grow in volume and popularity, many investment advisors are being required to stand up and take note.
International data privacy software WCKD RZR collects angel funding
WCKD RZR, a new startup positioned at eradicating the myriad of international data privacy, management and cost issues for multi-national businesses, has scored $1.2m from angel investors.
Irish privacy watchdog hits Meta with €17m fine
Ireland’s privacy watchdog, the Data Protection Commission, has fined Meta €17m from violating GDPR.
EBA urges banks to meet sanction compliance and offer payment access to refugees
The European Banking Authority (EBA) has called on financial institutions to ensure compliance with sanctions against Russia and support access to basic payment accounts for refugees.
Economic sanction RegTech startup Silent Eight pockets $40m
Silent Eight, an AI-powered economic sanctions enforcement and financial crime prevention solutions, has bagged $40m in its Series B.
Eventus names software engineering veteran as CTO
Trade surveillance firm Eventus Systems has appointed Josh Bosquez to the role of chief technology officer.
Why recent global crises are changing compliance
Compliance is changing. In a world transformed by the pandemic, many companies are now conducting their compliance processes online. However, the continuing upheavals worldwide are altering the way compliance itself is conducted.













