Tag: EU

AFME calls for teamwork on crypto-asset regulation

The Association for Financial Markets in Europe (AFME) has called for collaboration on the regulation of crypto-assets in Europe. Highlighted in a new paper, the...

EBA to support financial institutions with green strategies as part of...

As part of the European Banking Authority’s (EBA’s) action plan on sustainable finance, it will initially focus on key metrics and disclosure to support bank’s green strategies.

New VAT rules could enter EU by 2024

The EU’s new VAT system has introduced rules which will make relevant data on online purchases available to anti-fraud authorities.

What are the next steps for SCA following postponements to compliance...

Postponements to strong customer authentication (SCA) was the right decision, but regulators must make it clear there will not be a second opportunity for meeting compliance, according to Michael Sass vice president, market product management, security solutions, Europe at Mastercard.

France snubs the EU’s life insurance recommendations for UK policy holder...

The top French insurance watchdog has rejected the EU’s recommendation to up uphold life insurance policies signed in the UK, but where the policy holder has moved to another member state.

Bitwala to support cryptocurrency tax with new tool

Bitwala, a bank account which enables businesses to directly buy and sell Bitcoin, has integrated new cryptocurrency tax services.

Financial Stability Board reportedly assessing stablecoin risks

The Financial Stability Board (FSB) is reportedly investigating the potential risk and challenges presented by stablecoins.

ESMA releases updated equity and equity-like instrument calculations

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has released the annual transparency calculations for equity and equity-like instruments. Its updated calculations are used to help...

Nearly half of UK consumers likely to abandon multi-step authentication processes...

Nearly half of UK consumers are likely to abandon future purchases if they are faced with a multi-step authentication process, a study from Forter claims.

What do the European Supervisory Authorities see as the current risks...

The Joint Committee of the European Supervisory Authorities (ESAs) has released its latest report, highlighting risks of a no-deal Brexit and search for yield.

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