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The FCA has published a multi-firm review identifying significant shortcomings in how principal trading firms manage their algorithmic trading controls. Issues span governance, testing, deployment, and market abuse surveillance. Kantilal Pithia, Rebecca Deane and Paul Young explore the findings, what firms should do next, and how they can strengthen their frameworks to meet regulatory expectations.

Billions in overpaid tax may be sitting unclaimed across Europe and UK funds, and life insurance companies are entitled to their share. Martin Killer explores why now is the time for institutional investors to act, driven by recent tax and legal developments, as well as ongoing fiduciary responsibilities.

The FCA has published its long-awaited motor finance commission redress consultation, offering greater clarity for the market. Rob Arthur, Darren Castle, Chris Laverty and Abbie Van Cleef take a closer look at the redress calculation methodology and how to manage the key challenges.

The European Banking Authority has published a report on cross-border banking services and the regulatory boundaries for third-country firms operating in the EU. Rashim Arora explores the findings and how firms can prepare for the end of remote access to EU clients alongside an evolving compliance landscape.

Explore the Supreme Court’s motor finance ruling and FCA’s redress consultation focusing on discretionary commission arrangements.

Explore key insights from the latest Financial Ombudsman Service complaints data and how they can guide better practices and outcomes in financial services.

Technology and culture are priorities for building societies this year. Find out everything they need to do to continue meeting members' needs.

Explore the top financial services trends shaping 2025 and discover new opportunities for growth.

How will banking change this year? Find out the key themes and trends affecting banks now – and how to stay ahead.

Clarity around the FCA’s authorised push payment (APP) Fraud 4-day payment delay rule has been released.

An innovative solution to help an insurance policyholder trace and recover payments following a ransomware attack.

The PRA has clarified rules on a standardised approach to credit risk under Basel 3.1. We look at the key changes.

An outline of the PRA’s proposed changes to Small Domestic Deposit Takers regime and key impacts for firms.

The PRA is easing capital requirements and delaying implementation to January 2026 for Basel 3.1.

Find out what this delay means for firms' preparation and actions you can still take now in advance of the deadline.

Understand the most pressing issues facing the financial services sector and find out what the future holds in 2024.