Top EU regulator is thinking about making financial market rules simpler and want to...
The EU’s Market in Financial Instruments Regulation (MiFIR) is a complicated piece of legislation, but it might soon become easier to comply to.
UK regulator FCA begins review on data in wholesale markets and calls for industry...
From: RegTech Analyst The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is reviewing the use and value of data and advanced analytics in wholesale financial markets, both now and...
Bulgaria viewing to open RegTech sandbox
The finance minister of Bulgaria has announced that the country’s government is looking to launch a RegTech sandbox in Sofia.
Eight FinTech and RegTech companies you missed at Sthml Fintech Week
From: RegTech Analyst The Nordics’ FinTech scene is buzzing with potential, which was evident by the trailblazing companies recently attending Sthlm Fintech Week. The Stockholm event was full...
Cybercrime is rife in Latin America but is often overlooked study finds
Drug cartels, political corruption, economic struggles and internet censorship are all factors that have contributed to making Latin America a hotbed for cybercrime, according to a new report.
Five African nations placed on the FATF’s grey list because their weak money laundering...
The Financial Action Task Force (FATC) has placed Botswana, Ghana, Mauritius, Uganda and Zimbabwe on their grey list, meaning they need to do more to tackle money laundering and terrorism financing.
Why you should avoid relying on others for your financial promotions
Don’t trust your colleagues. That’s the message from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) when it comes to financial promotions, according to MirrorWeb.
Publishing assessment of value statements is bound to become a headache for asset management...
UK authorities are enforcing stricter reporting rules for the asset management industry. But navigating the regulations can be tricky.
What’s going on in the Nordic challenger bank scene?
Neobanks in the Nordics may have had a slow start, but things may soon be about to change.
Foreign exchange firm owner charged with fraud and misappropriation
A man operating out of a California and Tennessee-based company has been accused of wire fraud, fraud and misappropriation.