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Trade bodies write to No 10 calling for UK blockchain and crypto push

A collection of UK and global trade bodies has written to the prime minister's office calling on the government to capture what they claim will be the economic and societal benefits of a new wave of digital asset and blockchain technology.

02 April 2025

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Top 5 challenges facing Nordic banks in 2025 - and how NextGen Nordics can help

The Nordic banking sector, known for its advanced digital landscape and commitment to financial innovation, is experiencing a wave of new challenges in 2025. These challenges are largely driven by rapid technological advancements, stringent regulations, and the evolving demands of consumers.

01 April 2025

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Regulators haul ASX over the coals following batch settlement breakdown

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) and the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (Asic) have expressed grave concerns about the management of operational risk at the country's leading stock exchange following a batch settlement failure in December last year.

01 April 2025

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FDIC says banks don't need prior approval for crypto activities

US banks no longer need to receive prior approval before engaging in crypto-related activities, says the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation.

31 March 2025

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Galaxy Digital reaches $200m settlement over Luna token

Galaxy Digital has reached a $200 million settlement with the New York Attorney General (NYAG) over claims the crypto investing company promoted the now collapsed Luna digital asset without disclosing its interest in the token.

31 March 2025

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CFPB set to ditch BNPL rule

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is set to perform another U-turn, dropping an interpretive rule declaring that pay-in-four BNPL lenders should be treated in the same way as credit cards.

28 March 2025

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AI compliance platform Flagright raises $4.3 million

AI-native AML compliance platform Flagright has raised a $4.3 million Seed round to fund international expansion.

27 March 2025

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EBAday 2025 agenda released

EBAday will come to Paris on 27-28 May at the Les Salles du Carrousel.

27 March 2025

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TD dominates 2024 bank fines chart

Banks around the world paid $4.5 billion in major fines in 2024, with TD Bank accounting for two-thirds of the total after it pleaded guilty to violating US anti-money laundering federal laws.

27 March 2025

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Tech central to FCA five-year strategy

The UK's Financial Conduct Authority says it will embrace technology as a key tool in its five-year strategy to "support growth and improve lives".

25 March 2025

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Massachusetts probes Robinhood over predictions market hub

Massachusetts regulators are investigating Robinhood over the trading app's recently announced 'Predictions Hub', which enables people to bet on the outcomes of various events.

25 March 2025

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Deutsche Bank invests in governance automation platform Kosli

Deutsche Bank has co-led a $10 million Series A funding round for Norwegian compliance automation technology provider Kosli.

20 March 2025

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