Tag: Financial Conduct Authority

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.

FCA’s new guidelines on PEPs: A shift towards risk-sensitive compliance

In July 2024, the FCA initiated a crucial dialogue within the financial sector by opening a consultation aimed at refining the treatment of PEPs.  According...

How FinCEN’s new AML/CFT proposal leverages AI for better compliance

In a move to modernize AML/CFT frameworks, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's FinCEN has unveiled a proposal under the Anti-Money Laundering Act of 2020.

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