Tag: Financial Conduct Authority

UK AML registration rules every business must know

In the UK, the fight against money laundering is a shared responsibility across the economy, requiring all relevant businesses to recognise and report suspicious...

FCA crackdown highlights weak compliance cultures

A former analyst at a UK-based investment management firm has been convicted of insider dealing, underlining the Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA) increased reliance on...

Smarter AML compliance for wealth management

For too long, transaction monitoring (TM) in asset and wealth management has lagged behind the benchmarks set in retail banking. But as the regulatory...

FCA targets investment boost with advice shake-up

The FCA has unveiled plans to help millions in the UK better navigate pensions and investments by expanding access to financial advice.

Zeidler expands GKH with Hungary and UK updates

As fund managers continue to navigate shifting regulations, the need for clear, up-to-date insights has never been more critical. To support firms looking to grow across borders, Zeidler has expanded its Global Knowledge Hub (GKH) with new updates, providing clarity on fund distribution in Hungary and the UK.

dLocal expands global reach with key licences

dLocal has announced the acquisition of key regulatory approvals in three significant emerging markets—United Arab Emirates (UAE), Turkey, and the Philippines—marking a major step forward in its global expansion and regulatory positioning.

How regulatory change is opening new doors for scalable digital investment...

As the investment services industry braces for a wave of regulatory transformation, a new perspective is emerging—one that views compliance not as a cost centre, but as a catalyst for growth.

UK plans to overhaul payment systems oversight amid economic reforms

In a bold move to streamline regulatory oversight and spur economic growth, the UK government is actively considering the abolition of the Payment Systems...

How BIBA’s advocacy shapes the UK’s insurance landscape

In the recently unveiled BIBA 2025 Manifesto, FullCircl, a prominent voice in the insurance broking sector, underscores the critical role of insurance in bolstering...

NatWest restricts staff from using WhatsApp and Messenger on company devices

NatWest Group has taken a firm step in tightening its internal communication protocols by blocking popular messaging services WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, and Skype on company devices across the UK.

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