Financial consortium calls for new social, environmental reporting rules for banks
A financial group has called for the adoption of impact-reporting standards that account for social and environmental factors to speed up a sustainable transition for banks.
Majority of UK compliance experts expect more AML regulation due to Brexit
A study by LexisNexis Risk Solutions has found 78% of compliance professionals in the UK see increased anti-money laundering (AML) legislation on the horizon due to Brexit.
HKMA sets out four-step initiative to drive bolstered RegTech adoption
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has outlined four actions to promote the use of RegTech in the Hong Kong banking sector.
EU unveils plans for cyber unit to tackle large scale attacks
The European Commission (EC) has launched its strategy to build a Joint Cyber Unit to tackle large scale cyberattacks, according to the BBC.
Covid-19 accelerates demand for RegTech solutions in Asia, report finds
A report by Enterprise Ireland has found the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic has sped-up the demand for the adoption of RegTech solutions in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region.
Is there a need for globally mandated ESG reporting requirement?
As dangers associated with climate change continue to become more inescapable in the lives of companies and individuals alike, the importance and need for ESG – Environmental, Social and Governance – in the financial sector is growing stronger. Is it time for globally mandated ESG reporting in the financial sector?
HKMA unveils new guide to aid banks with RegTech solution implementation
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has introduced a Regtech Adoption Practice Guide that aims to offer banks with guidance on how to implement RegTech solutions.
Japanese report offers recommendations on promoting sustainable finance
A report by a panel set up by Japan’s Financial Services Agency (FSA) has provided recommendations on how to promote sustainable finance in the country.
BearingPoint to create RegTech juggernaut with Vizor Software acquisition
BearingPoint RegTech has signed an agreement to purchase global tech firm Vizor Software for an undisclosed fee and subject to regulatory approvals.
ECB: Digital euro will be a complement to cash, not a replacement
European Central Bank (ECB) executive board member Fabio Panetta has claimed that despite the growth in digital currency, there is still a huge demand for physical cash.
