In the rapidly evolving financial security world, transaction monitoring stands as a critical defence against fraud and illicit activity. However, the persistent challenge of false positives—legitimate transactions flagged as suspicious—has long strained resources and efficiency. Now, innovative approaches are transforming this landscape, promising sharper accuracy and streamlined operations. In the view of Laurence Hamilton, CCO...Read More
As technology reshapes industries, it also redefines governance. Can machine-readable regulations bridge the gap between regulators and institutions? This new approach promises faster compliance, clearer expectations, and smarter oversight. But can it truly transform their complex, evolving relationship? In the view of Emil Kongelys, CTO of Muinmos, a RegTech company, machine readable regulation will be a...Read More
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
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, 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
2024 was another strong year of growth for the RegTech sector, with the industry gathering more eyes on the space than ever before. With strong growth predicted going forward, 2025 could be yet another red-letter year for the fledging market. FinTech Global recently took the time to talk with some of the biggest players within the...Read More
As consumer expectations continue to rise in step with regulatory demands, fraud and compliance teams face a pivotal challenge: how to scale operations without sacrificing security. According to Trustfull CEO Marko Maras, the key lies in leveraging open-source intelligence (OSINT)—a transformative tool that taps into publicly available data to deliver unrestricted, global insights. While open source intelligence,...Read More
RegTech Analyst has unveiled the latest edition of its RegTech100 ranking, underlining some of the top RegTechs you need to keep an eye on in the RegTech industry. The 2025 RegTech100 list shines a light on a plethora of the biggest disruptors and market leaders in regulatory technology that are supporting financial institutions with managing...Read More
