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Banks need to help 'break the spell' of romance scams

In its romance fraud review, the FCA has set out measures banks and other payment firms can take to protect their customers.

Transact warns pension rule changes to push millions into IHT

The number of households projected to fall into scope is expected to more than triple

EIB launches €10B plan with Calviño stressing global partnerships

The European Investment Bank has launched its latest global strategy, setting a goal of €10B in annual financing.

U.S. and U.K. Take Largest Action Ever Targeting Cybercriminal Networks in Southeast Asia

Treasury Designates One Scam Network As A Transnational Criminal Organization; Cuts Another Off from U.S. Financial System

SIX enters into a seven-year strategic partnership with Barclays

The partnership aims to support the bank's international growth and increase cost efficiency.

Jersey postpones decision on access to beneficial ownership for 2025

The proposals, released in May 2025, were intended to support Jersey's plan for 'enhanced beneficial ownership transparency', including legitimate access for some members of the public.

FCA announces partnership to accelerate delivery of open finance

This included using our powers to develop open finance, potentially prioritising small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) lending.

Bank of England Calls for Stricter Oversight on Stablecoins and Private Finances

The Bank of England, led by Governor Andrew Bailey, underscores the importance of adaptable surveillance mechanisms to navigate these transformations.

PIMFA responds to HMT’s Financial Ombudsman consultation

The review seeks to ensure the FOS continues to provide a fair, free, and accessible service for consumers while addressing long-standing industry concerns about consistency and alignment with FCA rules.

Study on international banking regulation sees UBS at a disadvantage

Alvarez & Marsal had previously worked on behalf of the Federal Council

Lloyds warns car finance compensation scheme could cost it nearly £2bn

The FCA said payouts were due on around 14 million unfair deals, averaging at about £700 each.

ESMA consults on CCP participation requirements

All interested stakeholders are invited to provide input to the consultation.

European System of Central Banks renews Statements of Commitment to FX Global Code

This demonstrates their strong commitment to adhere to its principles

Supervisors should learn from recent cases to prevent financial crime in crypto firms, the EBA says

The EBA has played a key role in strengthening the AML/CFT regulatory and supervisory framework for crypto-assets in the EU since 2018

Uncertainty, structural change and monetary policy strategy - speech by Huw Pill

The Maxwell Fry Lecture of the Money, Macro and Finance Society given at the University of Birmingham

PIMFA, TISA raise concerns over Ombudsman reforms

The review aims to ensure FOS remains a fair, free, and accessible service for consumers while addressing longstanding industry concerns about consistency and alignment with FCA rules.

Daniel Pugh sentenced to 7 and a half years in prison for £1.3m Ponzi scheme

Pugh received £96,000 from the scheme.

14m unfair motor loans due compensation under FCA-proposed scheme

Motor finance companies broke laws and regulations in force at the time by failing to disclose important information.

Regulators join forces to tackle poor claims management practices

'Misleading advertising and inadequate disclosure have meant that people are signing contracts with some firms without the facts

The conduct of monetary policy

Keynote speech by Philip R. Lane, Member of the Executive Board of the ECB, at the ECB Conference on Monetary Policy 2025: bridging science and practice

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