Tag: FCA
Understanding the UK’s Sustainability Disclosure Requirements for 2024
The UK is gearing up to introduce the Sustainability Disclosure Requirements (SDR) in 2024, marking a significant shift in the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) regulatory landscape. This pioneering legislation is set to standardise how asset owners and managers communicate and market their sustainable investment products. Through a mix of anti-greenwashing rules, investment labelling, and disclosures, the SDR aims to assist investors in making informed choices about sustainable finance products and investments.
European InsurTech seed deal actvity and investment both half in 2023
Key European InsurTech seed investment stats in 2023:
• European InsurTech seed companies raised a combined $87m in 2023, a 52% drop from 2022
• European...
Navigating the risks: The urgent need for effective MNPI management
In recent years, the management of Material Non-Public Information (MNPI) has emerged as a significant concern within the compliance sphere. Regulatory bodies in the...
FCA launches sustainability group aiming to revolutionise financial advice
The FCA is spearheading an initiative by establishing an industry-led working group focused on bolstering capabilities in sustainable finance.
UK dominates European InsurTech deals in 2023
Key European InsurTech investment stats in 2023:
• European InsurTech deal activity totalled at 126 deals in 2023, a 44% reduction from the previous year
•...
UK FinTech investment in Q4 2023 reaches $1.4bn more than previous...
Key UK FinTech investment stats in Q4 2023:
• UK FinTech deal activity totalled at 72 deals a 56% reduction from Q4 2022
• UK FinTech...
OneID receives full certification for KYC and AML use cases
OneID, the UK's leading digital identity service, has reached a new milestone in the field of Identity Verification for Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML).
ICMA and IRSG introduce new ESG code of conduct
The ICMA and the IRSG, known for their influential roles in the financial sector, have made a significant move in the realm of ESG.
The rise of money mules in UK fraud: Prevention and detection
Fraud in the UK has become a significant concern, with 40% of crimes being fraudulent. Money muling is at the forefront, where fraudsters utilise synthetic or real mule accounts for financial gain. The UK government, recognizing the seriousness, plans to publish an action plan to combat this issue.
FCA unveils new sustainability disclosure rules and labelling regime
The FCA has announced a comprehensive set of measures aimed at enhancing the sustainable investment sector.