Tag: FINMA

Europe and UAE tighten cross-border fund rules

Regulators across Europe, the United Kingdom, Switzerland and the United Arab Emirates have introduced a series of updates that collectively reshape the cross-border fund...

Zeidler widens MMR-Tool to include Swiss schemes

Zeidler Group, a leading technology-driven law firm and regulatory compliance provider for the investment funds sector, has expanded its Marketing Material Review Tool (MMR-Tool) to include Swiss domestic collective investment schemes.

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 enforcement shows AML gaps cost firms millions

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has put anti-money laundering (AML) failures firmly in its sights as part of its five-year strategy plan for 2025–2030....

Switzerland’s AML reform drives compliance overhaul

Switzerland’s financial sector is undergoing a sweeping transformation in its fight against financial crime, prompted by new regulations set to take effect in 2025....

How digital innovation and sustainability are shaping wealth management

During the third quarter of 2024, the wealth management sector witnessed shifts, heavily influenced by sustainability, digital innovation, and regulatory adjustments.

Navigating the EU AI Act: A strategic guide for AML and...

The upcoming Artificial Intelligence (AI) legislation, notably the European Parliament's Artificial Intelligence Act, is poised to redefine the regulatory landscape for financial institutions. Touted...

WealthArc: Streamlining FIDLEG Compliance for FinTech Firms

WealthArc, a major player in the WealthTech industry, has recently highlighted key components of the Financial Services Act (FinSA) or FIDLEG compliance and how its platform aids companies to meet the Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority's (FINMA) expectations.

Why SEBA Bank will raise its Series B with digital tokens

Swiss financial institution SEBA Bank will be issuing its Series B equity to its shareholders as blockchain security tokens.

Libra could launch as early as January

The Facebook-led Libra Association is reportedly gearing up to launch its cryptocurrency at the start of 2021.

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