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Fintech / Regtech
UK Issues Tax Guidance for DeFi Lending & Staking
By Editors | 07/02/2022
CryptoUK says the approach would create an “unnecessary burden” for crypto investors and create tax compliance confusion.
ESG / Sustainability
PRI Calls for ISSB Prototype to go Further on Materiality
By ESG Investor | 07/02/2022
The PRI also recommends improvements with regard to interoperability, presentation of disclosure requirements and implementation.
AML / KYC
Crypto Prepares for a Regulated Future
By David Liu | 07/02/2022
As crypto goes mainstream, regulatory compliance will require robust and financial institution-grade AML and KYC processes, says David Liu.
ESG / Sustainability
CDSB Consolidates into IFRS Foundation to Support ISSB
By Editors | 06/02/2022
The consolidation includes the transfer of CDSB staff and core intellectual property and technical assets to support the work of the ISSB.
ESG / Sustainability
New IIGCC Net Zero Guidance for Private Equity Investors
By ESG Investor | 04/02/2022
The guidance outlines recommended scope, metrics and targets, and implementation actions investors can use when aligning PE assets with net zero ambitions.
AML / KYC
New Sanctions Imposed Against Myanmar Officials
By Editors | 04/02/2022
US and Singapore officials have reportedly met to discuss ways to limit Myanmar’s military from accessing financial assets overseas.
Fintech / Regtech
IMF Urges El Salvador to Remove Bitcoin’s Legal Tender Status
By Editors | 03/02/2022
The IMF said the adoption of a cryptocurrency as legal tender entails “large risks” relating to financial stability, financial integrity, and consumer protection.
ESG / Sustainability
ISSB Climate Standard Won’t Ignore Impact – IOSCO
By ESG Investor | 03/02/2022
Interoperability between reporting standards and across jurisdictions is key to establishing a global baseline, says IOSCO chair Ashley Alder.
AML / KYC
Preparing for New Russia-Related Sanctions, Export Controls
By Nick Turner | 01/02/2022
Nick Turner and Steptoe partners summarize noteworthy US proposals for imposing Russia-related sanctions over the situation in Ukraine.
AML / KYC
EBA Launches EuReCA, a Central Database for AML/CFT
By Editors | 01/02/2022
EuReCA will act as an early warning tool which will help competent authorities to act before ML/TF risks crystallise, the EBA said.
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