Tag: FCA

Why adverse media screening is vital for AML compliance

Financial criminals are often flagged in the news long before they appear on sanctions or politically exposed persons (PEP) lists. Regulators worldwide—including FATF, FinCEN,...

FCA consults on flexible limits for contactless payments

The FCA has opened a consultation on proposals that could see card providers given greater flexibility over contactless payment limits. The move could pave the...

FCA permissions reveal sharp decline in consumer credit

The UK financial services sector has seen a sharp contraction in its workforce, according to new analysis of Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) permissions data....

FCA set to streamline payment systems oversight

The UK government has launched a consultation on plans to fold the PSR into the FCA, as part of its broader Regulatory Action Plan. The...

Bank of England seeks feedback on gilt repo reforms

The Bank of England has launched a new discussion paper outlining possible reforms to bolster the resilience of the UK’s gilt repo market. Developed...

AI and AML compliance: meeting regulator demands

Artificial intelligence is changing the way banks tackle anti-money laundering (AML) compliance, but regulators have made it clear that innovation cannot compromise transparency or...

Why banks must adopt biometrics to fight financial fraud

Biometrics are rapidly shifting from optional security features to a cornerstone of financial crime prevention strategies worldwide. Regulators across Europe, Asia, and beyond are steadily...

UK fund managers face revised FCA compliance fees

The second half of 2025 brings a fresh round of regulatory updates for UK fund managers, as the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) revises fees...

The lesson behind Monzo’s £21m compliance failure

Monzo’s £21m fine by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has become a stark reminder for the banking sector: scale without control is not success....

UK watchdog flags surge in FCA impersonation fraud

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has urged consumers to stay vigilant after reporting a significant rise in fake FCA scams across the UK. According to...

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