International

    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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