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TCH Asks CFPB to Define Larger Participants in Aggregation Services Market
August 02, 2022

The Clearing House has petitioned the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) to make new rules around aggregation services, or third-party companies dealing with peoples’ financial data, many of which aren’t looked into closely by the CFPB. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

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Chinese Grocery Service Missfresh Faces Multiple Lawsuits
August 02, 2022

Chinese grocery delivery company Missfresh is facing lawsuits from both laid-off employees and investors, alleging unpaid salaries and violations of securities laws. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

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Robinhood Crypto Unit Faces $30M Fine for AML, Cybersecurity Violations
August 02, 2022

The New York State Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) has fined the cryptocurrency trading unit of online brokerage Robinhood $30 million for alleged violations of anti-money laundering (AML) and cybersecurity regulations, The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported Tuesday (Aug. 2). Get the Full Story Complete...

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India Expands Compulsory eInvoicing to Plug Revenue Leaks
August 02, 2022

Businesses in India with an annual turnover of Rs 10 crore and above will be mandated to use electronic invoicing as of Oct. 1 in a move by the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) intended to plug revenue leakages and facilitate compliance. Get the...

ANTITRUST
Amazon Hires Ex-GOP Aide in Fight Against Antitrust Bill
August 01, 2022

Amazon has reportedly hired Judd Smith, a former counsel to the Senate Judiciary Committee, in an effort to fend off an antitrust bill aimed at Big Tech. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

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EBA Chair Says Staffing Is ‘Major Concern’ for Crypto Regulation
July 31, 2022

There are reportedly “major concerns” among European regulatory officials about the ability to hire specialized staff to help regulate crypto. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required....

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Brazil Asks WhatsApp to Delay ‘Communities’ Launch
July 29, 2022

Citing concerns about the spread of misinformation in their country’s upcoming election, Brazilian prosecutors are asking messaging platform WhatsApp to hold off on the debut of a new feature called “Communities.” Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

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Joint DOJ, CFPB Letter Puts Auto Financiers on Notice About Military Protections
July 29, 2022

Auto finance companies were sent a joint letter from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) alerting them about the additional protections offered to military families under the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA).  Get the Full Story Complete the...

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FTC Takes Action Against First American’s ‘Zombie Charges’
July 29, 2022

The Federal Trade Commission has accused payment processor First American Payment Systems and two of its sales affiliates of “trapping small businesses with hidden terms, surprise exit fees, and zombie charges.” Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...