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Crypto Tax Haven? Switzerland Outpaces Regulatory Competition
2023-11-30T16:43:29.296+02:00
Switzerland's crypto regulation and taxation are better than the EU's MiCA laws.
The Swiss regulatory framework, overseen by FINMA, supports crypto exchanges.
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Temporary Measures: FCA Allows Investment Companies to Break Down Costs
2023-11-30T14:22:06.221+02:00
Firms and funds are encouraged to incorporate additional details in line with the Consumer Duty.
Earlier, the organization proposed that investment firms maintain ample reserves for consumer compensation.
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Navigating Financial Challenges: RFX Enters Special Administration
2023-11-30T12:49:36.560+02:00
The firm offers foreign exchange and payment services to corporate and retail customers.
Under special administration, the firm retains FCA authorization with JSAs overseeing court compliance.
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News Nuggets | 30 November: ASIC Revokes AFS License; FCA Fines Three Money Transfer Firms
2023-11-30T12:34:11.887+02:00
Also, FMA and FMSB collaborated; TradingView and Santander Financial started partnerships.
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UK Government Urges Disclosure of Unpaid Crypto Taxes, Warns of Penalties
2023-11-29T18:41:03.294+02:00
Failure to comply within 30 days may lead to penalties in the UK.
The UK government is planning to incorporate crypto in self-assessment forms.
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FCA Implements "Polluter Pays" Rule to Safeguard Personal Investments
2023-11-29T10:14:11.801+02:00
New reserves would cover poor advice redress.
The regulator is now starting the consultation period, which runs until March 2023.
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News Nuggets | 28 November: Ledger Partners with YouHodler; KX Launches AI Server
2023-11-28T13:42:10.499+02:00
Also, FCA warned against two clone firms; Mastercard and Warply teamed up in MENA.
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FCA Greenlights Worldline for the UK Fintech Expansion
2023-11-28T10:39:44.511+02:00
Worldline strengthens in the UK post-Brexit with FCA payment license.
The new authorization will allow the company to expand in the country.
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News Nuggets | 27 November: Argo Welcomes New CEO; HIVE Acquires Swedish Data Center
2023-11-27T12:35:52.842+02:00
Also, the FCA issued a warning against VentureXchange.
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FCA Targets over 700 Unused Financial Licenses in Consumer Safety Drive
2023-11-27T10:47:57.306+02:00
The UK regulator revokes unused financial licenses for consumer safety.
New laws have been in force since 2022.
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News Nuggets | 21 November: FCA and FMA Warns against Clones and Fraudsters
2023-11-21T12:21:22.306+02:00
Also, ASIC published enforcement plan; Plaid hires Adyen executive.
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Clone Firm Impersonates Legitimate IG Markets: FCA Warning
2023-11-13T15:00:50.554+02:00
Last week, the FCA revealed that a total of 54 entities were issued warnings.
If approached by an unauthorized or clone firm, individuals are urged to reach out to the FCA.
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FCA Cautions against Clone Firm Impersonating Finalto
2023-11-10T19:09:15.228+02:00
Finalto Pro is allegedly using the details of the FCA-authorized firm to deceive users.
Separately, CySEC has warned against four unauthorized investment firms.
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Santander’s Shadowy Twin Triggers FCA Warning
2023-11-08T12:48:57.210+02:00
The British regulator warns against impersonating the popular bank.
This month is another warning from the FCA about a clone firm.
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FCA's Review Reveals Alarming Trend: APP Scam Losses Soar
2023-11-07T14:08:21.734+02:00
In the first half, there were £239.3 million in losses from APP scams, marking an increase of 22%.
£152.8 million, representing 64% of the losses, was reimbursed to victims.
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FCA Issues Warning about Clone Firm Impersonating Plus500UK
2023-11-06T16:56:09.946+02:00
A deceptive entity is operating under the website www.plus500un.com
The public is urged to stay cautious and promptly report any suspicious financial activities to the FCA.
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News Nuggets | 6 November: VT Markets Expands Team; eToro Implements New Tax Rules
2023-11-06T14:12:38.399+02:00
Also, CFTC files fraud charges against FX operator; ASIC launches legal action against Telstra Super.
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FCA's Q3 Report Reveals 5,310 Amended Financial Promotions amid Regulatory Scrutiny
2023-11-03T16:29:10.446+02:00
Unauthorized firms faced 488 alerts, with 11% of them attributed to clone scams.
The UK's markets watchdog is focusing on the new financial promotions regime.
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FCA Unveils Fresh Guidance amidst Crypto Marketing Turmoil in the UK
2023-11-02T15:31:18.954+02:00
The new crypto marketing rules have been in effect in the UK for a month.
Many firms still fail to meet the requirements, so the FCA is publishing new guidance.
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PayPal Gains Approval to Offer Crypto Services in the UK
2023-11-01T17:21:28.902+02:00
The organization can hold and sell crypto but cannot expand its crypto offerings.
Interactive Brokers, Bitstamp, Komainu, and PayPal are the four companies to receive FCA crypto registration.
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FCA Issues Warning against Saxo Bank Impersonators
2023-11-01T15:44:21.923+02:00
Clone firms imitate authorized entities to deceive people.
According to the regulator, there is an alarming surge in clone scammers.
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News Nuggets | 31 October: XS.com Hires New Manager; Scope Markets Expands CFDs Portfolio
2023-10-31T12:03:55.547+02:00
Also, FCA takes action on BNPL contracts; NFA fines Oscar Gruss & Son and MFA Urges UK regulators to eliminate reduntant regulations.
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FCA: Bitfinex May Be Promoting Financial Services "Without Our Permission"
2023-10-27T22:54:25.635+02:00
The regulator said that investors dealing with the crypto exchange may not be protected by the FSCS.
"Bitfinex is very disappointed by the action taken by the FCA," the exchange stated.
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Crypto Marketers Face New Hurdles as FCA Tightens Rules
2023-10-25T11:56:13.415+02:00
The agency has identified recurring issues in crypto marketing since new regulations took effect on 8 October.
The FCA has issued 221 alerts and is collaborating with various businesses to curb illegal promotions.
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Binance Faces Ongoing Exodus of Key Executives, UK CEO Departs
2023-10-24T15:51:31.500+02:00
This move underscores the ongoing crypto regulatory pressure in the UK.
Farnell joined Binance in 2021 and assumed the role of CEO of Eqonex.
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