Tag: EU
EBA to support financial institutions with green strategies as part of...
As part of the European Banking Authority’s (EBA’s) action plan on sustainable finance, it will initially focus on key metrics and disclosure to support bank’s green strategies.
ESMA makes further updates to MiFID II and MiFIR Q&A
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has updated its Q&A page for the implementation of investor protection topics under the Market in Financial Instruments Directive and Regulation (MiFID II/MiFIR).
AFME calls for teamwork on crypto-asset regulation
The Association for Financial Markets in Europe (AFME) has called for collaboration on the regulation of crypto-assets in Europe.
New VAT rules could enter EU by 2024
The EU’s new VAT system has introduced rules which will make relevant data on online purchases available to anti-fraud authorities.
France snubs the EU’s life insurance recommendations for UK policy holder...
The top French insurance watchdog has rejected the EU’s recommendation to up uphold life insurance policies signed in the UK, but where the policy holder has moved to another member state.
Bitwala to support cryptocurrency tax with new tool
Bitwala, a bank account which enables businesses to directly buy and sell Bitcoin, has integrated new cryptocurrency tax services.
EU warns that 5G will bring more cybersecurity risks
A new report from the EU warns that the roll-out of the next generation of mobile networks will come with a slew of risks.
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Financial Stability Board reportedly assessing stablecoin risks
The Financial Stability Board (FSB) is reportedly investigating the potential risk and challenges presented by stablecoins.
Nearly half of UK consumers likely to abandon multi-step authentication processes...
Nearly half of UK consumers are likely to abandon future purchases if they are faced with a multi-step authentication process, a study from Forter claims.
What do the European Supervisory Authorities see as the current risks...
The Joint Committee of the European Supervisory Authorities (ESAs) has released its latest report, highlighting risks of a no-deal Brexit and search for yield.