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German Regulator Warns of Risks From Muddied Ties Between AI Firms
Bank Regulation // December 04, 2025

Germany’s financial regulator is reportedly warning banks of risks from unclear ties between artificial intelligence companies. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily...

JPMorgan Fined Landmark $51 Million for AML Flaws in Germany
AML // November 06, 2025

A German regulator has fined JPMorgan Chase $51 million for money laundering prevention deficiencies. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By...

German Prosecutors Charge 2 Former Wirecard Executives With Embezzlement
Security & Fraud // August 06, 2024

Four years after the collapse of online payments company Wirecard, German prosecutors have reportedly charged two more of the firm’s former executives. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

BaFin: Solaris SE Must Improve Controls or Face Financial Penalties
Bank Regulation // July 12, 2024

German financial regulator BaFin said Friday (July 12) that Solaris SE faces financial penalties if it doesn’t improve its controls. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our...

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Digital Bank N26 Names CEO and Faces New Sanctions

December 15, 2025
German digital bank N26 has chosen a chief executive amid new regulatory sanctions. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive marketing communications […]

German Regulator Warns of Risks From Muddied Ties Between AI Firms

December 04, 2025
Germany’s financial regulator is reportedly warning banks of risks from unclear ties between artificial intelligence companies. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

JPMorgan Fined Landmark $51 Million for AML Flaws in Germany

November 06, 2025
A German regulator has fined JPMorgan Chase $51 million for money laundering prevention deficiencies. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

German Prosecutors Charge 2 Former Wirecard Executives With Embezzlement

August 06, 2024
Four years after the collapse of online payments company Wirecard, German prosecutors have reportedly charged two more of the firm’s former executives. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...