The Omnibus Simplification Package, proposed in February 2025, is a recent proposal by the European Commission that seeks to streamline and reduce reporting obligations related to sustainability for companies within the EU. While the package aims to boost competitiveness by alleviating bureaucratic pressures, some critics have expressed concerns that it may undermine progress in corporate...Read More
Regulatory compliance is no longer just a cost of doing business—it’s the next frontier of competitive advantage. As financial institutions grapple with evolving AML and KYC mandates, manual processes are buckling under the weight of complexity. Will 2025 be the year regulatory automation becomes a necessity? In the view of RelyComply, updated regulatory measures have long...Read More
In an increasingly interconnected world, geopolitical shifts play a crucial role in shaping financial regulations. As global power dynamics evolve—whether due to trade wars, economic sanctions, conflicts, or shifting alliances—governments and regulatory bodies must adapt to safeguard financial stability. In the opinion of Opoint chief sales officer Toby Cook, the rapid evolution of international relationships, driven by...Read More
In an age where digital transformation is the order of the day for financial organisations across the globe, one key area of focus for tech and finance enthusiasts alike has been the rise of quantum computing. Quantum computing is a type of computing that uses quantum mechanics principles, such as superposition and entanglement, to perform...Read More
A regulatory sandbox is a controlled environment where businesses can test innovative products, services, or business models under relaxed regulatory requirements while ensuring consumer protection and risk management. In an era where innovation in constant, do regulatory sandboxes represent a vital step forward? According to RelyComply, regulatory sandboxes are a key recommendation in the Wolfsberg Group...Read More
Founded in 2020, Washington DC-headquartered Consilient brings together next-gen technology and best-in-class AML and CFT knowledge to power a more secure, dynamic and effective solution for financial institutions. In the view of Ajit Tharaken, CEO of Consilient, the key challenge that led to the creation of Consilient centers around a broken and archaic AML/CFT system....Read More
Whilst the origins of the RegTech sector are to be found in the challenges posed to the financial sector post-2008 financial crisis, the future of the RegTech sector is being built today. With new technologies and regulatory requirements leading to innovation and disruption in equal measure, the RegTech sector is facing an inflection point. The...Read More
In 2025, the RegTech industry is a thriving and growing sector, with more financial institutions than ever turning to regulatory technology to make sense of growing regulatory burdens and ensure their ongoing compliance. For many, the RegTech sector emerged as a direct response to the massive regulatory changes following the 2008 global financial crisis. Prior...Read More
With the use of artificial intelligence by businesses and individuals alike exploding across the world, one of the biggest challenges going forward that is facing the industry is to ensure that AI remains ethical and well structured. How can RegTech help in this battle? South African RegTech firm RelyComply stressed off the bat that AI has taken...Read More
Founded in 2020, Boston-based Saifr uses advanced AI technology to efficiently and effectively identify possible compliance and regulatory risks in content creation, adverse media screening, and e-communications for financial services and other firms. Saifr’s products help clients save time, reduce costs, and improve accuracy while protecting the business. According to Vall Herard, CEO of Saifr, 2024...Read More
