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Retail FX
UK Chancellor Jeremy Hunt Clashes with FCA over Controversial “Name and Shame” Policy
He joins the voices arguing that the FCA's plan could hinder economic growth.
The debate underscores the increasing tension between the government and the regulator.
Wednesday, 01/05/2024 | 10:29 GMT
by
Damian Chmiel
Retail FX
FCA Approval Expands Stratiphy's Retail Offerings with Customized Portfolios
The firm has become FCA's first approved independent wealth manager for retail client investments.
It now can offer tailored portfolios to retail investors, diverging from tradition and unlocking growth.
Wednesday, 01/05/2024 | 08:46 GMT
by
Tareq Sikder
Retail FX
The UK Financial Services Firms Receive 1.87M Complaints in H2 2023
The FCA's complaints data shows an overall 1% dip in the second part of the last year.
However, credit cards and current accounts bucked the trend with visible increases.
Tuesday, 30/04/2024 | 04:46 GMT
by
Damian Chmiel
Institutional FX
FCA Targets Financial Promotions: 85% of Interventions Directed at Lending and Investments
The regulator issued 597 alerts concerning unauthorized firms and individuals.
Approximately 11% of these alerts were linked to clone scams.
Friday, 26/04/2024 | 14:16 GMT
by
Jared Kirui
Retail FX
Even Ministers Believe FCA's "Name and Shame" Policy Will Harm the City of London
Critics from the private and public sectors argue that the move could unfairly damage reputations.
Specifically, the FCA's investigations last an average of 4 years, and 65% conclude end without any resulting action.
Wednesday, 24/04/2024 | 08:28 GMT
by
Damian Chmiel
Retail FX
FCA Acts: Kent Resident Faces £2.67M Investment Scheme Charges
The allegations center around involvement in an unauthorized investment scheme named 'Kube Trading'.
The FCA has planned to enhance transparency by divulging more about its investigations into companies earlier.
Tuesday, 23/04/2024 | 14:45 GMT
by
Tareq Sikder
Retail FX
FCA Flags Suspected Clone Firm Impersonating Legitimate Forexeze Limited
The regulator said that the clone firm operates using the names forexeze.com and forex-eze.com.
The clone entity uses email addresses such as info@forexeze.com and support@forex-eze.com.
Friday, 19/04/2024 | 20:18 GMT
by
Jared Kirui
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Retail FX
This Company Sidesteps £50 Million Fine, as FCA Wants to Compensate More Investors
The regulator finds Link Fund Solutions mismanaged Woodford Equity Income Fund.
However, it will not impose a multimillion-pound fine to give more money back to investors.
Thursday, 11/04/2024 | 09:15 GMT
by
Damian Chmiel
Retail FX
FCA Finds New Payment Method for Investment Research: Discover How
Market watchdog proposes flexible payment options for investment research.
The new proposal allows the bundling of research and execution payments.
Wednesday, 10/04/2024 | 10:42 GMT
by
Damian Chmiel
Retail FX
FCA Wins Court Approval to Reclaim £1.6m from AWL and Director
AWL gathered £2.8 million through unauthorized deposits and schemes, according to the FCA.
Further court proceedings will decide how the funds from the agreement will be distributed.
Thursday, 04/04/2024 | 09:56 GMT
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Tareq Sikder
FinTech
Alchemy Pay Invests in UK's LaPay to Expand Global Payment Solutions
LaPay holds a UK Authorised Payment Institution License regulated by the FCA.
Alchemy Pay holds regulatory licenses across four continents, totaling six licenses.
Thursday, 28/03/2024 | 16:50 GMT
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Tareq Sikder
Retail FX
"Law, Not Likes," FCA to Fight with Memes and Reels in Financial Promotions
The regulator again cracks down on misleading financial ads on social media.
This time, however, it focuses on the latest forms of marketing, including memes.
Tuesday, 26/03/2024 | 10:40 GMT
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Damian Chmiel
CryptoCurrency
LSE Opens Doors to Bitcoin and Ethereum ETN Applications
The proposed commencement date for trading these Crypto ETN securities is May 28.
The Exchange's decision hinges on the FCA's approval of base prospectuses.
Monday, 25/03/2024 | 17:49 GMT
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Tareq Sikder
Retail FX
FCA Flags Clone Firm Impersonating Legitimate Claims Solutions UK Limited
This suspected clone entity operates under false details, including its name, address, telephone numbers, email addresses, and website.
There is no legitimate connection between the clone firm and the authorized entity, Claims Solution UK Limited.
Thursday, 21/03/2024 | 15:02 GMT
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Jared Kirui
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Retail FX
FCA's 2024-2025 Assertive Stance: Tougher on Firms, Safer for Consumers
The UK's regulator unveils a yearly plan to protect consumers and promote competition.
To achieve that, FCA wants to boost employment by exceeding 5,000 people.
Tuesday, 19/03/2024 | 09:20 GMT
by
Damian Chmiel
Retail FX
Regulators Tackle Debt Collection Challenges amidst Cost of Living Surge
In 2020, firms paid £570 million in compensation for treatment deficiencies.
Banks are advised to improve the treatment of small business owners in debt collection.
Monday, 18/03/2024 | 10:19 GMT
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Tareq Sikder
CryptoCurrency
The UK Regulator Unlocks New Crypto Product but Only for Select Few
The FCA will allow UK Recognised Investment Exchanges to list crypto asset-backed ETNs.
However, the decision only applies to professionals, and retail investors still lack access.
Monday, 11/03/2024 | 07:58 GMT
by
Damian Chmiel
Institutional FX
FCA Approves Portofino Technologies to Offer Crypto Services in the UK
This approval enables Portofino Technologies to offer OTC services in the UK.
The company targets institutional crypto investors in the region.
Monday, 04/03/2024 | 12:53 GMT
by
Jared Kirui
FinTech
FCA Grants UK EMI Licence to Volt for Global Payment Expansion
The license advances Connect, issuing virtual accounts for account-to-account payments.
Research found that 50% of UK businesses struggle with payment processing control and visibility.
Thursday, 29/02/2024 | 09:00 GMT
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Tareq Sikder
Retail FX
Named and Shamed: UK Regulator to Publicly Reveal Probed Firms
The regulator will reveal more about company probes earlier to boost market transparency.
Also, similar to the US SEC, the market watchdog wants to offer financial incentives to informants.
Tuesday, 27/02/2024 | 08:27 GMT
by
Damian Chmiel
FinTech
FCA Chief Urges Global Collaboration on Fintech Regulation
Ashley Alder emphasizes the need for global fintech regulation collaboration.
He stresses the importance of managing Big Tech's power and reaffirms the EU partnership.
Wednesday, 21/02/2024 | 09:36 GMT
by
Damian Chmiel
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CryptoCurrency
Sunak Government Sets Summer Deadline for Stablecoins and Crypto Staking Clampdown
The UK government wants to introduce crypto regulations within six months.
The main aim is to enhance consumer protection and foster ethical innovation.
Tuesday, 20/02/2024 | 12:18 GMT
by
Damian Chmiel
Retail FX
FCA Alert: Organised Crime Groups Exploiting Equity Markets Raises Concerns
Suspicious trading in the UK and international equities significantly impacts market integrity.
Key indicators of OCG exploitation include clients generating STORs, pre-M&A trading, and new security trading.
Friday, 16/02/2024 | 12:03 GMT
by
Tareq Sikder
Retail FX
How Financial Firms Are Handling New Consumer Duty Rules: FCA Investigates
Regulator investigates UK financial advice firms for Consumer Duty compliance.
It sent a survey to the 20 biggest advice companies in the country.
Thursday, 15/02/2024 | 09:44 GMT
by
Damian Chmiel
Retail FX
FCA's Blitz on Misleading Finance: Over 10,000 Ads Axed
The regulator has tightened rules on financial promotions, raising alerts against scams.
In just 3 months, the FCA issued over 450 alerts on illegal crypto ads.
Wednesday, 14/02/2024 | 09:27 GMT
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Damian Chmiel
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