A New Era for Open Banking: The FCA’s Vision for the Future Entity
The UK has been a global pioneer in open banking, transforming how individuals and businesses interact with their financial data. From seamless account aggregation to innovative payment solutions, open banking […]
Harmoney and Complyport join forces to simplify compliance for UK firms
Harmoney is proud to announce a new strategic partnership with Complyport, part of ComplyMAP Group, a trusted compliance consultancy in the UK. This collaboration combines Complyport’s deep UK regulatory expertise […]
Authorisation and Registration Applications: Good Practice and Areas for Improvement
On 12 September 2025, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) published a review of its authorisation and registration application process titled “Authorisation and registration applications: Good practice and areas for improvement”. […]
Insights from Canada’s 2025 Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Risk Assessment
With the global escalation of financial crime, the publication of Canada’s 2025 Assessment of Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Risks offers a timely benchmark for regulators and firms worldwide. Published by […]
FCA Secures Convictions for Insider Dealing: A Case Study
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has secured convictions against brothers Matthew and Nikolas West for insider dealing, resulting in suspended prison sentences and a £280,000 confiscation order under the Proceeds […]
Strengthening Cyber Resilience: Key Lessons from the FCA’s Cyber Coordination Group Insights 2024
The FCA’s Cyber Coordination Group (“CCG”) Insights 2024 shine a spotlight on the current state of cyber resilience across the financial sector. Rather than introducing new regulation, the FCA has […]
FCA Finalises Changes to Safeguarding Regime for Payments and E-Money Firms
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has published its final policy statement, PS25/12, confirming a package of measures to reinforce the safeguarding of customer funds held by payment institutions and e-money […]
What the FCA’s Algorithmic Trading Review Means for Firms
Algorithmic trading has reshaped financial markets, driving speed, efficiency and innovation to unprecedented levels. However, with such power comes increased responsibility. The Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA) latest multi-firm review of […]
FCA Warns of Surge in Impersonation Scams in Early 2025
On 27 August 2025, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) issued a warning to consumers following nearly 5,000 reports of fraudulent schemes impersonating the regulator during the first half of 2025. […]
Beware of Car Finance Scam Calls: FCA Issues Urgent Warning
Setting the Scene The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has issued a warning to motorists across the UK regarding a rise in fraudulent activity linked to car finance compensation. As the […]