Stay up to date with our latest round up of financial regulation.
From Oct 2027, cryptoassets will enter a new FCA regulatory regime, signalling a major shift for UK crypto compliance, investor protection and market oversight.
UK crypto regulation is accelerating as the FCA issues new consultations. Learn what firms must do to prepare for authorisation under the incoming regime.
The UK payments sector is balancing innovation with complex regulatory demands, including operational resilience, wind-down planning and APP fraud prevention.
The FCA introduces new safeguarding rules for payment firms under CASS 15. Learn what’s changing and how to prepare for stronger customer fund protection.
The payments landscape is rapidly evolving in the UK. In this episode, host Paul Staples, Director at Grant Thornton, is joined by Paul Olukoya, Managing Director at Grant Thornton, Alison Kopra Director and guest Robert Courtneidge, Policy Advisor at The Payments Association. The experts delve into the latest trends in digital money, the regulatory challenges of stablecoins, the effectiveness of APP fraud reimbursement, and the future of safeguarding customer funds.
In a recent review of risk management in payments firms, the FCA identified continuing shortcomings in wind-down plans. We look at the FCA’s findings and how firms can enhance their approach.
Use of AI in financial services is increasing – how can payment service providers leverage it to maximise opportunities and drive growth?
The FCA published the latest edition of its regulatory initiatives grid, outlining key priorities for the year ahead.
The Financial Conduct Authority has published its 5-Year Strategy 2025 – 2030. Paul Staples explains what it means for firms and highlights the regulator’s key priorities for the next 5 years.
Understand the background to the FCA's proposals for crypto regulation, and find out about key dates and focus areas.
Read our analysis of regulatory updates across the digital assets landscape, and guidance on what to expect in 2025.
The FCA's proposals for the payments sector are a significant change – new rules that would mirror the CASS framework.
The UK is moving forward with regulating cryptoassets. Where are we now and what's coming for financial services firms?
The Financial Conduct Authority has published its Business Plan for 2024/25. Paul Staples explains what it means for firms and highlights the regulator’s key priorities for the coming year.
Understand the current status of crypto regulation in the UK, including the FCA's proposed marketing rules.