Eric Trump’s bold claim last week that cryptocurrencies could “save the US dollar” shows how radically different the United States and the United Kingdom are approaching digital assets. Speaking to the Financial Times, Trump argued that booming demand for bitcoin…
The Bank of England (BoE) has signalled that it may hit the brakes on what was once one of Europe’s most closely watched central bank digital currency (CBDC) projects. The “digital pound” (“Britcoin”) had been touted to modernise Britain’s payments…
The April 2025 Regulatory Initiatives Grid signals a decisive reset: regulators, steered by the Government’s growth agenda, are pivoting from EU-inherited rules to a leaner, UK-tailored framework. Nineteen new projects flow straight from FSMA 2023’s repeal-and-replace programme, all aimed at…
In the ever-evolving world of cryptocurrencies, the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) continues to walk a tightrope between fostering innovation and protecting consumers. As a regulatory expert, I’ve watched with keen interest as the crypto landscape shifts beneath our feet, presenting…
In a compelling initiative aimed at transforming workplace culture within the financial services sector, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has released a significant survey that sheds light on patterns of non-financial misconduct across UK financial firms. Covering over 1,000 investment…
In a compelling initiative aimed at transforming workplace culture within the financial services sector, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has released a significant survey that sheds light on patterns of non-financial misconduct across UK financial firms. Covering over 1,000 investment…
Our very own Neil Makwana, delivered an insightful presentation at The Broker Club’s November event. Neil delved into the critical topic of CASS (Client Asset Sourcebook) requirements, which are paramount for regulated firms managing client assets, overnight client positions, or…
The Financial Conduct Authority has made it clear that Consumer Duty is not a “once and done” exercise and firms should be continually challenging themselves to ensure they are delivering good outcomes for clients. Consumer Duty implementation can be a complex journey…
UK’s Regulatory Tightrope and Global Ripple Effects In the ever-evolving world of cryptocurrencies, the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) continues to walk a tightrope between fostering innovation and protecting consumers. As a regulatory expert, I’ve watched with keen interest as the…