11/07/2019
Meeting the pace of technological change by Nick Cook, Director of Innovation, FCA
Speech by Nick Cook, Director of Innovation at the FCA, delivered at the Chief Data Officer Exchange Financial Services conference in London.
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11/06/2019
Hong Kong sets out new regulatory framework for virtual asset trading platforms
The position paper emphasises that the SFC will only grant licences to platform operators which are capable of meeting robust regulatory standards.
11/04/2019
UAE Central Bank to launch FinTech coordination authority in a few months
'FinTech Office' aims for a UAE-approved regulatory framework, says central bank governor
11/04/2019
Canadian in Dubai Arrested for Fraud, Including Crypto Fraud via Habibi Coin, the “Bitcoin of the Middle East”
Mirza, who maintained a following of 800 000 on Instagram, also touted a scheme called the “Leverage Program” (LP).
11/01/2019
Client service improved through AML technology
The latest practice to take advantage of the tie-up is Wilfrids Law Solicitors who have implemented the technology in their conveyancing department.
10/31/2019
Dubai Police Arrest “Middle East Bitcoin” or Habibi Coin Founder for Defrauding Millions from Investors
Dubai-based entrepreneur faces legal troubles due to Habibi Coin, or the 'bitcoin of the Middle East', due to defrauding investors worth millions of dollars for promising financial freedom through his International Success Group (ISG).
10/31/2019
Bitfinex Cries Fraud as Crypto Capital Executive Indicted by US
Crypto Capital’s partnership with Bitfinex has garnered significant scrutiny in recent months
10/31/2019
Ogier advises on tech investment in Guernsey
An Ogier team led by Group Partner Tim Clipstone advised on the corporate law elements of the transaction.
10/30/2019
Banking companies are utilizing their Washington clout to stomp on the tech business
Bank lobbyists are seeking to leverage all those issues.
10/28/2019
EU Exit: FCA PS on UK-RTS for SCA applicable in the event of no-deal Brexit
Making the UK regulatory technical standards in this way will provide certainty for firms and maintain consumer protections.
10/28/2019
Unlocking your full potential and magnifying exposure to qualified investors, while staying on top of the industry
The latest version of GIPS brings a number of new requirements and recommendations.
10/28/2019
Four Steps to Successful CAT Onboarding and Certification
Tips to help your firm get certified and ready for production in April 2020
10/27/2019
Digital service tax to hit financial services?
All the banking services would be delivered to me electronically, and all the fees and transactions are automated.
10/25/2019
Credit union meets robot - speech by Sam Woods
The PRA also suggests simplifying the regulatory regime for credit unions by eliminating other capital requirements thresholds linked to nonasset metrics.
10/25/2019
Bermuda Responding To Need Of Fintech Industry
One such evolution has recently been seen in amendments made to the Digital Asset Business Act 2018, which became operative in September of last year.
10/25/2019
EBA opinion on disclosure to customers buying financial services through digital channels
The EBA’s competence to deliver this opinion is based on Article 34(1) of Regulation (EU) No 1093/2010
10/24/2019
Ebury Makes Landmark International Acquisition
In addition to payments Ebury is investing in technologies that improve the global trade process for SMEs including FX and currency hedging, international cash management and trade finance.
10/24/2019
Turning technology against financial crime Speech by Megan Butler
These requirements focus on the need for effective systems and controls in firms to detect, disrupt and stop criminal activity.
10/24/2019
Bermuda Amends Licensing Regime for Digital Assets Businesses
The DABA Amendment Act is intended to ensure that Bermuda remains a leading jurisdiction in the regulation of digital assets
10/23/2019
Tax chiefs in Asia to discuss digital tax
The Asia-Pacific tax authorities agreed to avoid double taxation and to exchange tax information meant to prevent offshore tax evasion, according to the National Tax Service.