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Top regulatory priorities for the payments sector

The Payments Association

The FCAs consultation closed in December 2024, with final rules expected in mid-2025. Although we must wait until the final policy proposals to determine the final rules, the FCAs consultation indicates that future regulatory scrutiny on safeguarding will be significantly more stringent than before.

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Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act examined: A guide to avoiding failure-to-prevent fraud measures

The Payments Association

It highlights new corporate responsibilities, significant penalties for non-compliance, and the businesses need to implement strong fraud prevention measures to protect their financial and reputational standing. Compliance requires proactive fraud risk assessment, the implementation of preventive procedures, and a culture of accountability.

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How Internal and External Monitoring Drive Regulatory Compliance: An Expert Interview

Neopay

In an exclusive interview with Neopay’s Consultancy Manager, Margita Layne, we delve into the pivotal role of internal and external monitoring in ensuring regulatory compliance within the financial services sector. For instance, this may include assessing the quality of the Annual MLRO Report.

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Understanding Risk Management Strategies as a PayFac

Stax

PayFacs handle risk assessment, underwriting, settling of funds, compliance, and chargebacks which exposes them to greater potential risks. Major risk factors for PayFacs include fraudulent transactions, merchant credit risk, regulatory compliance, and operational risks. The due diligence doesn’t stop at onboarding.

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Sustainability Consultancy Programme in the UAE and KSA Launched by e& During COP28

The Fintech Times

e& enterprise has launched its ‘Sustainability Consultancy Programme’ in the UAE and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Salvador Anglada, the CEO of e& enterprise “Our launch of the Sustainability Consultancy Programme is not just an initiative; it’s a commitment to a sustainable future.

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GDPR and Biometric Data: Ethical Considerations and Privacy Implications

VISTA InfoSec

As technology advances and the use of biometric data becomes more prevalent, it is crucial to address the privacy concerns and regulatory compliance associated with this sensitive data. Artificial Intelligence (AI) can also be utilized to ensure compliance and responsible handling of biometric data.

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A guide to navigating skilled person reviews

Neopay

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) employs skilled person reviews, also known as Section 166 reviews, to assess and rectify concerns within financial institutions. In this guide, we discuss the dynamics of skilled person reviews, providing insights into effectively navigating this intricate regulatory landscape.

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