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CySEC Halts FXOpen EU Sole Shareholder's Voting Rights, Allows Six Months to Restructure
- The regulator mentioned that Aliaksandr Klimenka’s influence as the firm's sole indirect shareholder could potentially undermine its ability to manage itself prudently.
- The six-month grace period is intended to allow FXOpen EU Ltd sufficient time to restructure its governance.
Tuesday, 29/10/2024 | 15:03 GMT by
Jared Kirui
From 2025, CySEC Will Tighten Grip on Investment Firm Capital
- The regulator adopts EBA guidelines on group capital tests for CIFs, effective January 2025.
- Despite potential flexibility in capital requirements, it increases regulatory scrutiny for Cyprus-based FX/CFD companies.
Tuesday, 22/10/2024 | 07:38 GMT by
Damian Chmiel
Cyprus Sets the Clock for Crypto: October 30 Deadline Looms, CASPs Applications Suspended
- CySEC has set the final date for accepting notifications from EEA crypto firms under national rules.
- Moreover, the Cypriot regulator will no longer accept new applications for Crypto-Asset Service Providers.
Thursday, 17/10/2024 | 09:29 GMT by
Damian Chmiel
CySEC Oversees 328 Companies as AUM Hits €9.4 Billion Despite Yearly Decline
- The regulator oversees 236 Externally Managed UCIs and 69 External Fund Managers, down from 334 last year.
- Total assets under management rose 2.88% in Q2 from the previous quarter but fell 12.8% Y-o-Y.
Tuesday, 15/10/2024 | 09:59 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
CySEC Extends Russia-Linked Otkritie Broker Director Ban Implementation by Six Months
- The decision to prohibit Otkritie Broker Ltd's sole director from exercising management duties was postponed.
- This marks the second six-month delay in implementing the ban announced by the regulator.
Wednesday, 02/10/2024 | 10:31 GMT by
Damian Chmiel
CySEC Just Unveiled New Rules for Firms Offering Fractional Shares
- Cyprus's financial regulator clarifies when such investments qualify as direct share ownership under MiFID II.
- The move aims to provide regulatory clarity for CIFs offering fractional exposure to stocks.
Thursday, 26/09/2024 | 10:36 GMT by
Damian Chmiel
Management Suspension on Trade360’s Cyprus Operator’s Owner Extended
- Petros Zachariades is the sole shareholder of Crowd Tech, which operated Trade360.
- Earlier, the regulator highlighted that his influence in the company was “prejudicial to sound and prudent management.”
Tuesday, 17/09/2024 | 05:30 GMT by
Arnab Shome
IC Markets Gets Hit Again with €50K Fine from CySEC after €200K Penalty
- The regulator has imposed the fine for not meeting standards for client order execution and cost transparency.
- Earlier, the firm was fined by the regulator for exceeding the EU’s 30:1 leverage limit.
Wednesday, 04/09/2024 | 13:20 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
CySEC Flags Surge in Fraud as Scammers Exploit Regulator's Identity
- The Cypriot regulator warns of fraudulent websites impersonating the institution.
- It also alerts investors to fake celebrity endorsements of investments on social media, urging caution.
Thursday, 22/08/2024 | 07:45 GMT by
Damian Chmiel
CySEC Overhauls Digital Onboarding Rules, Harmonizes with EU Standards
- The regulator has issued a policy statement highlighting important elements such as technology neutrality, risk management, GDPR compliance, and information security.
- It focuses on flexibility in using Remote Customer Onboarding Solutions, promoting efficiency and compliance while improving customer experience.
Thursday, 15/08/2024 | 08:55 GMT by
Michael Thirer
CySEC Slaps €740,000 Fine on 1Markets Operator for Multiple Breaches
- This is another significant fine following the €200K penalty imposed on IC Markets 3 weeks ago.
- These two fines alone account for nearly 50% of all penalties from 2023 imposed by the Cypriot regulator.
Wednesday, 07/08/2024 | 10:23 GMT by
Damian Chmiel
Cyprus Watchdog Cracks Down on Sloppy AML Reporting, Warns of Sanctions
- CySEC identified weaknesses in reports from regulated entities, including CIFs and crypto providers.
- Areas for improvement include analysis of inspection methods and information on high-risk clients.
Wednesday, 07/08/2024 | 08:29 GMT by
Damian Chmiel
CySEC Claims IC Markets Offered 1000:1 Leverage: Fined €200k
- The EU-regulated entity allegedly onboarded traders under the offshore regulated entities, offering 1000:1 leverage.
- However, IC Markets has denied the basis of the regulator's decision, vowing to appeal the matter.
Friday, 19/07/2024 | 15:19 GMT by
Arnab Shome
Exclusive: “Prop Trading Will Fall under Robust Regulation at Some Point”, CySEC Chair
- Dr. George Theocharides confirmed to Finance Magnates that “there will certainly be more scrutiny on [prop trading] firms in the near future.”
- He further pointed out that there will be “a lot of scrutiny across Europe” under MiCA and seeks judicial reform in Cyprus.
Tuesday, 16/07/2024 | 10:44 GMT by
Yam Yehoshua
CySEC Multimillion Fines on Bank of Cyprus Officials Overturned after 10 Years
- Cyprus court annuls 2014 fines imposed on Bank of Cyprus, citing a breach of impartiality in the original decision.
- The ruling marks a turn in a long legal battle over the bank's investments in Greek gov bonds.
Monday, 15/07/2024 | 08:47 GMT by
Damian Chmiel
CySEC Unveils Regulatory Sandbox, Invites FinTech and RegTech Applications
- The Sandbox is open for applications and aims to advance financial, regulatory, and supervisory technologies.
- Over 500 stakeholders, including regulatory bodies and financial institutions, attended the online launch event.
Friday, 12/07/2024 | 14:36 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
CySEC Launches Thematic Review on CIFs Handling of Uninvested Funds
- The review will assess how CIFs handle funds, including methods, disclosures, and compliance.
- The regulator will send CIFs a detailed questionnaire, requiring timely responses and documentation.
Tuesday, 09/07/2024 | 09:24 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
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