The Fintech Times

JANUARY 28, 2024

Cyber threats should be prioritised as a key business risk like financial and legal challenges, the UK government has urged as it releases new guidelines to help directors and business leaders boost their cyber resilience. Time to introduce cyber risk ratings?

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The Payments Association

DECEMBER 9, 2024

The UK government and the FCA will further develop and implement these regulations through consultations and legal frameworks, aiming for a comprehensive rollout by 2026. What are the government’s plans for the regulation of crypto? What’s next?

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The Payments Association

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

In his new role, Martin will play an instrumental part in continuing to grow the firm’s presence in the sector and enhancing its innovative solutions to continue to support clients with every day legal needs, business critical projects and every touchpoint in between.

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The Fintech Times

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Google has filed a legal challenge against the US Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), the agency responsible for overseeing consumer finance, after it placed Google Payment Corp., The move follows the agencys use of a dormant legal authority revived in 2022 to oversee nonbank entities deemed to pose risks to consumers.

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Fintech News

JANUARY 21, 2025

Singapore currently stands as the regional leader, or Champion, with exemplary ratings in market maturity and government initiatives. Regional integration is playing a key role, with governments accelerating their efforts to enhance cross-border commerce and digital economy participation.

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Fi911

JANUARY 4, 2024

Well, from a legal standpoint, there’s actually quite a lot. What Laws Govern Chargebacks in the US? Certain regulations known as “chargeback rules” are, in fact, based on legal statutes. The development of the chargeback system was initially a response to policies set by the US federal government.

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Fintech News

JUNE 15, 2025

The legislation introduces a legal framework for digital assets, including crypto, and is set to take effect on 1 January 2026. Virtual assets are defined as digital instruments used for exchange or investment, excluding securities, digital fiat currencies, and other financial instruments governed by civil or financial laws.

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Fintech News

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

DBS and Japan Finance Corporation (JFC), a government-owned financial institution, have signed a MoU to help Japanese SMEs expand into Asia. This first-of-its-kind partnership allows SMEs to access six key markets—China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Singapore, and Taiwan—through a single banking partner.

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The Payments Association

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

On 6 November 2024, the government released its guidance to organisations on the offence of failure to prevent fraud , introduced as part of the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (ECCTA). For companies operating in the UK, understanding the implications of this legislation is critical.

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FloQast

JANUARY 22, 2025

This milestone showcases our commitment to transparency, accountability, and trust in every AI solution we deliver, and positions us as a leader in responsible AI governance within the accounting technology sector. This milestone isnt just another checkbox for usits a commitment to doing AI the right way.

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VISTA InfoSec

MARCH 25, 2025

VISTA InfoSec has successfully passed our demanding assessment process, which evaluates test methodologies, legal and regulatory requirements, data protection standards, logging and auditing, internal and external communications with stakeholders, as well as how test data security is maintained.”

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Fintech Finance

MAY 7, 2025

PayFuture , the innovative payments platform connecting global businesses with emerging markets, has appointed Sanda Laicena as Group Chief Legal Officer (CLO). In 2012, Sanda transitioned from traditional banking to the fintech sector, taking on the role of Head of Legal at 4finance Group.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 30, 2020

22, according to legal documents filed in the U.S. Legal counsel for those named in the suit — Ripple Labs, CEO Bradley Garlinghouse and Executive Chairman and Co-founder Christian Larsen — were called to appear in an online pretrial conference with Judge Analisa Torres. . District Court of the Southern District of New York.

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Fintech News

JANUARY 9, 2024

The government’s aim with this initiative is to invigorate Thailand’s economy, the second-largest in Southeast Asia, targeting a growth rate of at least 5% annually. This plan, a centerpiece of the ruling Pheu Thai party’s election campaign, involves disbursing approximately US$14.3

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The Payments Association

MARCH 19, 2025

Beyond inefficiencies, manual processes create significant risks, such as: Misreported financials Compliance breaches Missed transactions Navigating regulatory uncertainty Unlike traditional payment systems, which operate within well-established regulatory frameworks, digital assets exist in a fragmented legal landscape.

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Fintech Finance

MARCH 3, 2025

The Payments Association , a trade group representing the payments sector, today sees the official launch of its Payments Manifesto 2025, containing key policy recommendations to support the government’s vision for a world-class payments industry. Id also like to thank our member Cardaq for sponsoring this event.”

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Fintech News

DECEMBER 9, 2024

GL1 is not merely a technological endeavour; it also addresses the crucial aspects of governance, risk management, and compliance. Morgan, MUFG, and Societe Generale-FORGE , have been leading efforts to define the business, governance, risk, legal, and technology requirements of the GL1 Platform.

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The Payments Association

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

The rollout of variable recurring payments (VRPs) in 2025 will drive open banking adoption, with live services enabling recurring payments to utilities, government, and financial services. The Government has confirmed its plans to regulate cryptoassets, which includes regulating for stablecoins simultaneously.

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Stablecoins Payment APIs and Integration Regulatory Compliance Compliance 88

Finextra

JUNE 10, 2025

The Delaware licence means that Navro can now operate under full regulatory governance in the state, providing US firms access to its payments curation platform. 3 21 hours Be the first to comment Editorial This content has been selected, created and edited by the Finextra editorial team based upon its relevance and interest to our community.

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The Paypers

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Global Ledger has partnered with Panama Legal Group and The Chamber of Digital Commerce and Blockchain to launch a training program for Panamanian government officials.

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Stax

APRIL 4, 2024

In this article, we’ll learn about the benefits of credit card surcharging and also delve into the legalities and guidelines for levying a surcharge. Credit card surcharging is legal in most U.S. Credit card surcharging is legal in most U.S. Surcharging is governed by certain rules and regulations.

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Stax

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Because assessing a compliant credit card surcharge depends upon the form of payment chosen by the customer, it is an “optional service or feature” contingent on certain later conduct by the consumer, which according to the California OAG is easily distinguished from the “mandatory fees” governed by SB 478.

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The Payments Association

DECEMBER 2, 2024

The enforcement of MiCA provides clear guidelines for the issuance and management of stablecoins, reducing legal uncertainties and fostering confidence among market participants. In response to MiCA’s requirements, several crypto exchanges and service providers adjusted their offerings.

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The Finance Weekly

APRIL 25, 2022

Whether or not the worst is yet to come, organizations and government agencies (especially those responsible for critical infrastructure) must be ready for a potential escalation in cyberattacks, as well as consumer and stakeholder demands for privacy protections. Protect Organizational Reputation.

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The Payments Association

JUNE 16, 2025

Going forward, responsibility for tackling fraud should be shared through a proactive, whole-of-ecosystem prevention strategy, including a mandatory shared responsibility framework among government, financial institutions, telcos, and tech platforms, as well as enhanced collaboration with overseas authorities.

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The Fintech Times

MAY 15, 2024

In a move to bolster cybersecurity and protections for AI models against hacking and sabotage, the UK government has officially unveiled a host of new measures, which also hope to set a new global standard. Employees using the technology need to know how to do so legally and ethically.”

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The Payments Association

MAY 3, 2025

With a mix of legal, operational, and executive expertise at the table, the conversation was both strategic and grounded in day-to-day realities. She also referenced a broader issue of regulatory inertia: The previous government had plans to revoke the Payment Services Regulations and embed them into FCA rules.

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The Payments Association

JUNE 3, 2025

For instance, a retail investor in Singapore could feasibly purchase a tokenised share of a New York building without navigating traditional legal, regulatory, or technological barriers. For businesses, this introduces both a technical and legal challenge: how to design token systems that are compliant by default.

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The Fintech Times

MAY 10, 2025

However, the pace of adoption will depend on how quickly legal and regulatory frameworks evolve. “As with any emerging technology, governance remains essential. That is why we established an AI governance framework to ensure that innovation happens responsibly and in line with our values.”

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 25, 2021

The RBI does acknowledge how popular cryptocurrency has become, although Indian regulators and the local government are still apprehensive and skeptical, according to Cointelegraph.

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The Payments Association

JUNE 3, 2025

People wont use CBDCs if they believe it means ‘Big Brother’ will be watching their spending, notes Lewis, underscoring the importance of legal safeguards. “The central bank (government) has only one choiceto outsource those functions to third parties, like banks, financial institutions and other regulated entities.”

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EBizCharge

MAY 1, 2025

Differentiating the various pricing structures and fees associated with credit card processing can enable your business to implement strategies to manage or pass these costs to customers legally. FAQs regarding credit card processing fees FAQs regarding credit card processing fees Are there legal restrictions on surcharging?

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VISTA InfoSec

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Later onwards the concept of DPO gained prominence due to the advent of data protection regulations, as data collection becomes increasingly digitalized concerns over privacy and security also grew leading government to develop stricter regulations. and PDPA in Singapore that reflects the growing need for privacy specialists in organizations.

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VISTA InfoSec

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Later onwards the concept of DPO gained prominence due to the advent of data protection regulations, as data collection becomes increasingly digitalized concerns over privacy and security also grew leading government to develop stricter regulations. and PDPA in Singapore that reflects the growing need for privacy specialists in organizations.

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CCPA Privacy Laws Data Breach 130

Fintech News

JUNE 12, 2024

Theme 1: Establishing Optimal Governance and Interoperability Frameworks Effective governance and interoperability frameworks will be crucial for managing the complexities of cross-border payments. It’s also important to make sure the benefits are shared fairly between countries sending and receiving money.

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Trade Credit & Liquidity Management

MAY 29, 2025

It is a dynamic process because governments often roll out mandates in phases, which creates predictable market growth and increases the need for enterprises to adapt quickly. Dynamic Regulatory Environment: Adapting to clearance models, where governments actively review invoices, requires technological agility and deep tax law knowledge.

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Segpay

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Age verification tools are crucial in the adult industry to ensure that only users of legal age (typically 18+) access adult content. checks government-issued IDs and cross-references them with official databases. It is GDPR-compliant and offers high security. ID.me : A platform for identity verification, ID.me

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