Fintech News

APRIL 14, 2024

Money20/20 Asia, set for 23-25 April at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok, will prominently feature regulators from Asia’s financial sector among its speakers. Bhukkanasut will discuss the challenges of balancing regulatory compliance with the need for innovation in fintech. Register at this link.

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Fintech News

MARCH 18, 2025

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has granted FlexM , a global fintech conglomerate, a Major Payment Institution (MPI) license. This license extends FlexM’s regulated financial services, enabling the company to offer cross-border money transfer services to its customers in Singapore.

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The Fintech Times

FEBRUARY 8, 2025

Tuma Ventures Limited, the payments company regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), has now secured approval as a licensed Payment System Provider (PSP) from the Bank of Tanzania. It demonstrates the companys commitment to regulatory compliance, innovation, and excellence in financial services across its markets.

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The Fintech Times

MARCH 7, 2025

It will then also enable financial institutions to redeploy compliance savings into strengthening anti-fraud efforts. In addition to fraud, regulatory compliance is another major hurdle facing organisations. However, this is another area in which Digital Company ID can help.

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Fintech News

JANUARY 26, 2025

The shift toward digitised payments brings heightened concerns about cybersecurity, fraud, and regulatory compliance. This was enabled via the Hong Kong Monetary Authority’s Interbank Account Data Sharing (IADS) initiative. However, the rapid progress comes with challenges.

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The Fintech Times

JANUARY 10, 2025

dLocal , a payment platform connecting merchants to emerging markets born out of Uruguay, has secured the UK Authorised Payment Institution (API) licence from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). With the licence, dLocal can now offer a comprehensive suite of regulated payment solutions to UK-based merchants.

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PYMNTS

JUNE 14, 2017

Tax and accounting compliance can be an overwhelmingly monumental task as companies expand their geographic footprint. Analysts agree that a company should work with partners, advisors and technologies that can help them manage their compliance demand across borders. The first, unsurprisingly, is regulation.

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Fintech Finance

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Cihat served as Vice President of Global Ecosystem Security & Integrity at Visa, where he spearheaded global risk compliance frameworks, enhanced fraud control initiatives, and collaborated with federal and international law enforcement on high-profile investigations.

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The Payments Association

JUNE 26, 2024

Regulatory compliance, particularly in data protection and consumer rights, remains essential. Adhering to regulations such as GDPR and maintaining open communication with authorities ensures long-term trust and success.

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Fintech News

JUNE 11, 2024

Ripple, a provider of enterprise blockchain and crypto solutions, has finalised its acquisition of Standard Custody & Trust Company, a regulated digital asset custodian, after securing necessary regulatory approvals. Ripple now has nearly 40 U.S.

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Fintech Finance

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

Affirm UK Limited (“Affirm”) is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Ruth and her UK-based team will drive Affirm’s growth in the market through the expansion of merchant and channel partnerships, while maintaining full regulatory compliance. Consumers will always know what they owe upfront.

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Neopay

APRIL 10, 2025

This follows a 2022 penalty of 70,000 for delayed accounts and after previous attention of the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority in 2019 on AML compliance. The regulatory environment is getting tighter This incident is not just about a Revolutit’s a warning example for the broader payments and fintech sector.

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The Payments Association

MAY 16, 2025

Merchant-facing regulation: What merchants need to know in 2025 15 May 2025 by Payments Intelligence LinkedIn Email X WhatsApp What is this article about? It outlines ten regulatory changes affecting merchants in the UK and EU between 2025 and 2026. Why is it important? to 1.15% for debit and from 0.3% for credit.

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Fintech News

MAY 12, 2024

XREX Singapore, a blockchain-enabled financial institution specialising in cross-border payments, has been granted a Major Payment Institution (MPI) license by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). With this license in hand, XREX Singapore will endeavour to bring blockchain-enabled digital payment currencies to ubiquity.”

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The Payments Association

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Cross-border payments are transforming rapidly with evolving regulations and technological advancements. provides a robust solution to companies that balance compliance, security, and operational efficiency. As businesses navigate the complexities of global trade, DigiDoe Ltd.

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

Regulation is perhaps the strongest driver of Lithuania’s FinTech-friendly environment. But financial regulatory compliance can be a headache for any market. For traditional banks, compliance experts agree that it’s all about data — and the ability to share information with regulators. Resuming Operations.

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The Fintech Times

APRIL 8, 2024

BaaS enables non-banking institutions to connect with banks via APIs, to offer services traditionally restricted to licensed and fully-regulated banks. While BaaS solutions offer a lot of potential, many have concerns regarding the regulatory compliance of providers and the third parties that use them.

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Fintech News

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

HashKey Technology Services, the over-the-counter (OTC) trading division of the HashKey Group , has secured in-principle approval from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) for its application for a Major Payment Institution license. Regulatory compliance has always been a top priority for us.

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Fintech News

MARCH 12, 2024

This collaboration aims to enhance regulatory compliance, secure data storage, and automate crypto transaction monitoring for their clients. Sumsub, a global verification provider, has integrated with Chainalysis, a blockchain data platform.

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Fintech News

MARCH 6, 2024

Cryptocurrency exchange Bitstamp announced it has obtained an in-principle approval from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) to operate under the Major Payment Institution license. This regulatory milestone allows Bitstamp to offer digital payment token services in compliance with the Payment Services Act in Singapore.

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VISTA InfoSec

JUNE 3, 2024

If your company has ever worked with businesses in European Union countries, you probably had to follow the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). It mandates strict compliance requirements for organizations that process personal data, regardless of their location.

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Fintech News

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Komainu, a regulated digital asset custodian, has announced its intention to acquire Propine Holdings , a Singapore-based digital asset custody provider. The deal, which is pending approval from the Monetary Authority of Singapore, will strengthen Komainu’s presence in Singapore and Southeast Asia, excluding Japan.

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Finextra

JUNE 5, 2025

Regulate the Public Sector Regulatory focus should be on empowering public sector organisations to issue and accept digital credentials. In contrast, public sector entities often require regulatory mandates to modernise. The credibility of these credentials depends on the authority and verifiability of their issuers.

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The Fintech Times

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

In the UK, authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority , Affirm will initially offer its interest-free and interest-bearing monthly payment options. It will fix any interest applied, calculating it based solely on the original principal amount – ensuring the amount of any interest does not increase or compound.

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Finextra

JUNE 2, 2025

Regulators and industry groups are already plotting this next phase. Yet, DeFi also raises new challenges that open banking didn’t have to fully confront – which we’ll get to when discussing governance and regulation. If DeFi is the wild West of open finance, how do governance and regulation evolve to handle this new frontier?

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Open Banking Excellence

JULY 9, 2024

In my conversations with Open Banking Excellence, it is clear to me that by sharing the Kazakh experience and journey with regulators and the like, we can learn from each other to promote the digital economies of all of our countries. Regulator-led Pilot Focused on Open API Infrastructure Our pilot launched on Nov.

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Fintech Finance

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

This is further supported by robust regulations and a diverse, highly skilled, and future-ready talent pool, particularly within the financial services and technology sectors.”

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The Fintech Times

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Bahrain has been working to create an innovation-friendly crypto and fintech ecosystem, which has involved putting in place clear regulation that balances consumer protection with commercialisation.” Crypto.com continues to expand its global presence, now serving over 100 million users worldwide.

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Neopay

MARCH 6, 2025

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has brought significant criminal charges against John Dance, the former principal partner of WealthTek LLP (formerly Vertus Asset Management LLP). This AR model allowed WealthTek to perform regulated activities under the supervision of Sapia.

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Fintech News

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

The Monetary Authority of Singapore’s (MAS) legislative reform initiative, encapsulated in the Financial Institutions (Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill (FIMA Bill), signifies a strategic overhaul aimed at enhancing the regulatory and enforcement framework governing Singapore’s financial sector.

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VISTA InfoSec

AUGUST 22, 2023

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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The Fintech Times

MARCH 12, 2025

The UK governments decision to scrap the Payment Systems Regulator (PSR) and merge its functions into the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has divided opinion across the financial sector. Todays world demands resourceful, agile, responsive regulators that are in tune with the market.

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Fintech News

MARCH 12, 2024

has been accorded in-principle approval for a Major Payment Institution License by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). This approval will permit OKX to engage in the provision of digital payment token (DPT) and cross-border money transfer services in Singapore, in compliance with the Payment Services Act 2019. .

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The Fintech Times

DECEMBER 9, 2024

The Dubai Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) has provided BitOasis , the Middle East and North African (MENA) virtual assets broker-dealer trading platform, with a full Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) Licence. The broker-dealer trading platform will transition to operate under its new licence with immediate effect.

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The Payments Association

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

This decision carries substantial implications for an institution’s ability to detect and prevent fraud, comply with stringent regulations, and optimise operational efficiency. Scalability: Can be designed to scale with future growth and evolving regulations. The stakes are high. billion in losses in 2023 alone.

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Fintech Review

OCTOBER 1, 2024

These protocols are integral to combating financial crime and ensure regulatory compliance. However, in 2024, the focus is shifting from merely adhering to regulations to enhancing customer experience and trust. In the UK, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is spearheading regulatory reforms aimed at strengthening integrity.

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Finextra

JUNE 6, 2025

Blockchain, a new world of transparency and financing models The use of blockchain technology is still in its early stages, but it holds significant potential to transform various aspects of BNPL operations, from improved transparency and trust to regulatory compliance. It expresses the views and opinions of the author.

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