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Banking Regulators Address Crypto Custody; Implications for Asset Managers

The loss of cryptographic keys is a primary risk for banking organizations safekeeping crypto-assets

Jupiter sets new standard for climate risk analytics

‘Jupiter Entity Modeling’ delivers risk insights tied to specific investment vehicles such as securities, funds, and corporates.

Contracts to Manage AI Risk (Bermuda)

The BMA’s 2025 Business Plan signalled future policies concerning the risk-managed use of AI by its registrants.

Next steps towards regulating digital identity providers unveiled

To ensure accountability, the BMA is proposing oversight powers that include the ability to suspend or revoke licences

SS&C Technologies to Acquire Calastone

The acquisition is expected to close in Q4 2025, subject to regulatory approvals. SS&C expects the acquisition to be accretive within 12 months and plans to fund the purchase with a combination of debt and cash on hand.

Digital Regulation Cooperation Forum: The Future of Open Finance and Smart Data

Open Finance presents opportunities to enhance competition, stimulate innovation and improve inclusion by helping providers to offer more tailored products and services to better serve the diverse needs of consumers

Linklaters advises Nextblock Ventures

The fund launches with initial commitments of US$40 million

Trump expected to sign stablecoin regulation Genius Act into law

This regulation is the first major national cryptocurrency legislation to be passed by US lawmakers, setting up a regulation for this type of cryptocurrency that is percieved as reliable, or stable.

MAS Launches Pathfinder to Help Financial Institutions Adopt AI

Pathfinder helps financial institutions share AI use cases and access targeted training, with 20 firms already onboarded.

Kraken launches US regulated derivatives offering

The launch will initially provide direct access to crypto futures listed on the CME through an integrated Kraken Pro trading experience.

Authorities Arrested 14 Hackers in Connection With large-scale tax fraud operation

Thirteen individuals, aged between 23 and 53, were apprehended in the Romanian counties of Ilfov, Giurgiu, and Calarasi by the Economic Crimes Investigation Directorate.

Understanding the digital VAT

Several services are listed as likely to become liable to VAT collections once enforcement is in effect.

A large bank in Kenya suffered an internal attack and lost about $4 million. USDT was used for money laundering.

People familiar with the matter said that the gang manipulated the bank's card management system, created unauthorized virtual cards and linked them to mobile wallets.

ECCB governor backs call for digital ID system to streamline banking services

The governor explained that the absence of such a system has created challenges in implementing various financial initiatives, including the recently launched Credit Bureau and government payment systems.

Singapore's fintech firm Finmo secures UK EMI license, expands global footprint

The license also enables Finmo to issue IBANs, hold safeguarded client funds locally, and integrate directly with UK clearing systems such as Faster Payments and Clearing House Automated Payment System.

Linqto customers sue ex-CEO after fintech company's bankruptcy

The two plaintiffs seek to represent a class of customers who purchased securities from Linqto.

Singapore Fintech Finmo Expands into UK with New Payment License

The EMI license allows Finmo to offer electronic money issuance, fund transfers, and FX services while establishing the UK as a core operational hub.

Mayer Brown advises Omni Partners and Infoshare+ on acquisition of Sava Technology

Omni is a London-based investment management and private equity investor focused on mission-led, fast growing and profitable businesses

After Louis lost $109k to scammers, banks are finally combatting the 'flaw' the scammers used

The 24-year-old Sydney-based tradesman made two payments, but two days later received a message from the bank asking for settlement funds.

Katanox Gains FCA Approval to Expand Payment Services in the UK

Industry players have long cited fragmented systems, virtual credit card (VCC) failures, and manual accounting processes as costly and inefficient.

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