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Why This Chinese Unicorn is Betting Big on Southeast Asia’s B2B Cross Border Payment

Fintech News

Bill Deng “In Singapore, we have received in-principle approval for a major payment institution (MPI) license, and we will have the full license soon. Regulators only require ‘due diligence,’ but the definition of what constitutes adequate due diligence can vary.”

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Change in Control: what you need to know

Neopay

Key considerations for a successful CiC Due Diligence : Prior to pursuing a CiC, thorough due diligence is essential. Prospective acquirers must present a compelling case to the FCA, backed by thorough due diligence and clear, evidence-based rationale.

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FCA Dear CEO letters outline APP fraud reimbursement expectations

Neopay

These letters outline specific expectations for payment institutions, e-money institutions, banks, and building societies. Customer Due Diligence (CDD) controls at onboarding and ongoing monitoring The effectiveness of Customer Due Diligence (CDD) controls remains critical, especially when onboarding new clients.

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How payment firms can prepare for the FCA’s proposed safeguarding regime

The Payments Association

The proposals will impact authorised payment institutions, e-money institutions, and other relevant firms, with a broader interest for consumers, insolvency practitioners, and legal professionals. Additionally, the FCA advises firms to diversify their third-party risks.

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FCA consultation paper on changes to the safeguarding regime for payments and e-money firms (CP24/20)

The Payments Association

Payment institutions, e-money institutions and credit unions that issue e-money (together, “Payments Firms”) are required to protect funds received in connection with making a payment or in exchange for e-money issued through safeguarding (“Relevant Funds”). Who is impacted?

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Here Are All The Licensed Crypto Services Providers in Singapore

Fintech News

Each license allows the holder to conduct multiple specific payment services. Data from MAS’ Financial Institutions Directory show that as of August 01, 2022, 231 Money-Changing, 13 Standard Payment Institutions, and 175 Major Payment Institution licenses had been issued.

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Recital 34 of EU AML Regulation Must be Clarified or PIS Will be Left at Risk

The Fintech Times

In May 2023, a group of paytech representatives called on legislators to ensure a fair playing field for all fintech providers and their obligations to performing customer due diligence (CDD) as the EU anti-money laundering regulation was discussed.

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