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MCO (MyComplianceOffice), a leading RegTech provider specialising in compliance management solutions for financial institutions, has unveiled significant upgrades to its flagship MyComplianceOffice platform. The...

The growing popularity of ephemeral messaging apps is creating serious compliance risks for financial services firms. These platforms, designed to auto-delete messages after a short period, are increasingly used by employees—sometimes even for work-related communications. With regulatory bodies mandating that all business communications must be retained, companies must urgently address the challenges posed by these tools.

The Asia-Pacific region remains a compelling growth destination for global financial firms, despite facing significant regulatory and geopolitical complexities. According to the latest ASIFMA 2025 Asia-Pacific Capital Markets Survey, now in its fourth year, there is a strong sense of optimism among firms looking to deepen their presence across the region.

Registered Investment Advisers (RIAs) in the United States are bound by fiduciary duty, a legal standard enforced by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), which requires them to act in the best interests of their clients.

A Hong Kong-based investment management firm has partnered with MyComplianceOffice (MCO) to streamline, centralise and improve compliance within its operations. 

The ASIC is stepping up its call for enhanced oversight of business communications among authorised representatives.

The recently launched 2024 Surveillance Benchmarking Survey & Report from 1LoD and co-sponsored by MCO (MyComplianceOffice), sheds light on the evolving landscape of surveillance across financial institutions. The insights, gathered from over 30 prominent banks globally, highlight significant developments in the ways these institutions approach compliance and surveillance.

The strategic choice of the right technology platform is pivotal for firms aiming to enhance business focus, increase value, and solidify compliance as an integral part of their operations. However, the decision-making process to select an appropriate compliance solution is fraught with challenges. These include the risk of overspending, choosing software that fails to address both current and future needs, or enduring a difficult implementation phase.

The global RegTech sector is projected to reach a value of $66.9bn by 2032, growing at a 22.6% CAGR from 2023, according to a report from Allied Market Research. Given its size, it is evident that the market is full of various types of RegTech solutions all claiming to revolutionise the output of compliance teams. However, with so much noise in the market, finding the right solution is like finding a needle in a haystack. FinTech Global spoke to several RegTech providers for an insight into what to look for.

The importance of robust, clear, and compliant policies and procedures cannot be overstated in the dynamic realm of financial services. These fundamental elements empower firms to align their operations with strategic goals, adhere to regulatory mandates, and cultivate a culture rooted in accountability and transparency.