Insights from the MAP FinTech Webinar “Lessons for UK EMIR REFIT from EU REFIT rollout”
As the UK prepares for the launch of the EMIR REFIT on September 30th, MAP FinTech hosted an informative webinar featuring key industry experts. The focus was on lessons learned […]
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Marketing Under the Microscope: Key Insights from ESMA’s Latest Common Supervisory Action & Mystery Shopping Exercise
By Thekla Nikolaou Manager, Compliance Support Department With the regulatory framework constantly evolving and becoming more restrictive, staying compliant is a persistent challenge. In a move aimed at bolstering investor […]
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Long-Awaited EU AML/CFT Reforms Are Now Official
By Thekla Nikolaou Manager, Compliance Support Department On June 19, 2024, the European Union officially published a groundbreaking package of rules, marking a significant milestone in its fight against money […]
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Enhancing Sustainable Investments: Insights from ESMA’s Opinion
By Panayiotis Antoniou, CEO, MAP Risk Management Services Ltd (MAP RMS) This article discusses the latest ESMA Opinion on Sustainable Investments, which presents a comprehensive vision for guiding investors toward […]
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Have you missed the Article 60 deadline of MiCA?
By Kyriakos Christofidis Associate Director, Complyport Article 60 of MiCA focuses on the authorisation and notification procedures for financial entities wishing to provide crypto-asset services. The said article was designed […]
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The European Council Approves the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD3)
By Kyriakos Christofidis Associate Director, Complyport The recently approved Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDD3) is a significant step towards enhancing corporate accountability and sustainability. This directive aims to impose […]
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DORA: A Practical Guide for Financial Institutions and ICT Service Providers
The Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA), effective in January 2025, mandates stricter cybersecurity measures aimed at enhancing the operational resilience of financial institutions and ICT service providers by establishing a […]
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Understanding the New EU Criteria for Classifying Cyber Threats under DORA
By Pantelis Angelides CEO, ComplyportThe European Commission has introduced new Regulatory Technical Standards (RTS) to supplement the DORA Regulation, aimed at classifying ICT-related incidents and cyber threats within the EU financial […]
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Analysing the New Directive on Payment Services & Electronic Money Services in the Internal Market (PSD3)
By Herodotos Michael Senior Manager, Authorisations and Regulatory Business Development The European Union (EU) has proposed a transformative directive to modernize the regulatory framework for payment services and electronic money […]
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Review of Investment Firms’ Prudential Framework: EBA Discussion Paper 2024/01
The EBA and ESMA have issued a discussion paper assessing the prudential framework for investment firms, three years after the implementation of the IFR/IFD regime. The paper identifies strengths and […]
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