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New AML Measures a ‘Tectonic Shift’ in EU Approach to Combating Financial Crime
November 20, 2022

In the latest changes to the European Union’s (EU) anti-money laundering (AML) framework, the European Commission (EC) is finalizing the details of a package of proposals to strengthen the block’s ability to counter financial crime. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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UK’s Ofcom Calls for Social Media Algorithm Regulation
November 16, 2022

U.K communications regulator Ofcom is calling for better social media regulations amid concerns about the influence U.S.-based Big Tech firms have on news consumption in the U.K. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

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House Financial Services Committee Announces December Hearing on FTX Collapse
November 16, 2022

The downfall of crypto trading platform FTX has triggered a worldwide regulatory investigation, and now the U.S. House Financial Services Committee is undertaking a bipartisan hearing on the matter in December. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

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Japan’s Financial Regulator: Local Impact From FTX Collapse ‘Minimal’
November 16, 2022

Aiming to determine Japan’s exposure to FTX, the country’s Financial Services Agency (FSA) has reportedly asked local cryptocurrency exchanges if the collapse of FTX and its affiliated companies has affected their businesses. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

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US Treasury Promotes Bank-FinTech Partnerships
November 16, 2022

The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued a report Wednesday (Nov. 16) encouraging collaboration between banks and FinTechs, provided it is done responsibly. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

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The Bahamas Appoints Liquidators for FTX
November 15, 2022

The Securities Commission of the Bahamas — the country in which now-bankrupt cryptocurrency exchange FTX is headquartered — has announced the appointment of liquidators for the company. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

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Fed Vice Chair Brainard: Crypto Needs ‘Strong Regulatory Guardrails’
November 14, 2022

Noting the losses that retail investors have suffered in the cryptocurrency market, Federal Reserve Vice Chair Lael Brainard has reportedly reiterated her view that the market should be regulated like traditional finance, with “strong regulatory guardrails.”  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

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Report: DOJ Investigates FTX Collapse and Handling of Customer Funds
November 14, 2022

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York is reportedly investigating the collapse of cryptocurrency exchange FTX as well as the firm’s handling of its customers’ funds. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

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Rep. Waters: FTX.com Collapse Highlights ‘Urgent Need for Legislation’
November 10, 2022

The recent news around cryptocurrency exchange FTX.com has highlighted the need for legislation to protect consumers, Congresswoman Maxine Waters, chairwoman of the House Financial Services Committee, said Thursday (Nov. 10). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...