Core

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

As pillars of the public, government organizations contribute to the stability and functionality of society, ensuring citizens receive necessary support, protection, and opportunities for growth. Digital payments are now an integral piece of the government financial landscape. Here are some key insights.

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Core

MARCH 19, 2024

City and county government institutions bear the responsibility of careful management—and protection—of public funds. Still, payment fraud is a concern in every sector, and the stakes for government organizations are especially high. The solution: robust government fraud detection mechanisms for payment systems.

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The Fintech Times

MARCH 26, 2024

has joined forces with the DNS Research Federation (DNSRF), an Oxford-based non-profit that does data-driven policy research on domain names and internet governance, to find out just how widespread the issue is. The UK government is currently consulting on new powers to seize domains used for criminal purposes. In response, Which?

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Governance Government Scams Non-Bank 64

The Fintech Times

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Following the news, government organisations are now able to purchase Moneyhub services through the DPS. Through its work with clients such as Nationwide , Lloyds Banking Group , Standard Life , Legal & General , as well as hundreds of others, Moneyhub has proven the benefits of open banking and account-to-account payment solutions.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 30, 2020

22, according to legal documents filed in the U.S. Legal counsel for those named in the suit — Ripple Labs, CEO Bradley Garlinghouse and Executive Chairman and Co-founder Christian Larsen — were called to appear in an online pretrial conference with Judge Analisa Torres. . District Court of the Southern District of New York.

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PYMNTS

APRIL 1, 2020

Washington State Governor Jay Inslee signed a bill on Tuesday (March 31) establishing specific rules – backed by Microsoft – governing facial recognition software, according to a blog by Bill Smith, president of Microsoft. In our view, this required a legal floor of responsibility, governed by the rule of law,” Smith said.

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Fintech News

JUNE 12, 2024

Theme 1: Establishing Optimal Governance and Interoperability Frameworks Effective governance and interoperability frameworks will be crucial for managing the complexities of cross-border payments. It’s also important to make sure the benefits are shared fairly between countries sending and receiving money.

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Cross-Border Payments Cross-Border Interoperability Payments 116

PYMNTS

JANUARY 25, 2021

The RBI does acknowledge how popular cryptocurrency has become, although Indian regulators and the local government are still apprehensive and skeptical, according to Cointelegraph.

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Digital Currency Central Bank Governance Government 127

VISTA InfoSec

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

For minors , consent must be procured from the parent or legal guardian. By contacting Data Fiduciary or Consent Manager Legitimate Uses: The Act acknowledges certain legitimate uses that do not require separate consent, including cases where data is willingly provided or collected as part of a legal obligation. Clause 6(7), DPDP Act.)

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Data Breach Breach Governance Government 130

PYMNTS

APRIL 13, 2020

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has made it easier for people to access stimulus CARES Act funds by removing some of the legal barriers barring banks from issuing the payments through prepaid accounts, according to a press release. CFPB Director Kathleen L.

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Electronic Fund Transfer Act (EFTA) CFPB Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) Direct Deposit 111

The Paypers

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Global Ledger has partnered with Panama Legal Group and The Chamber of Digital Commerce and Blockchain to launch a training program for Panamanian government officials.

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Finextra

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Brazilin digital banking giant Nubank is working with the new British government on plans to move its legal domicile to the UK, according to Bloomberg.

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 8, 2020

The federal Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) designed to blunt the economic impact of the pandemic is beset by extensive instances of fraud, The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported, attributing the conclusion to public records and interviews with government officials. The scandal is what’s legal, not what’s illegal," he reportedly said.

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Money Laundering Payroll Treasury Financial Crimes 108

VISTA InfoSec

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Later onwards the concept of DPO gained prominence due to the advent of data protection regulations, as data collection becomes increasingly digitalized concerns over privacy and security also grew leading government to develop stricter regulations. and PDPA in Singapore that reflects the growing need for privacy specialists in organizations.

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CCPA Privacy Laws Data Breach 130

Fintech News

APRIL 17, 2024

The programme’s rollout follows a fulfillment of the government’s electoral promise to improve livelihoods and stimulate economic activity.

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Economy Legal Facilitators Participant 126

The Payments Association

DECEMBER 9, 2024

The UK government and the FCA will further develop and implement these regulations through consultations and legal frameworks, aiming for a comprehensive rollout by 2026. What are the government’s plans for the regulation of crypto? What’s next?

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Fintech News

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

This recommendation comes after a thorough evaluation of Zipmex’s operations, highlighting concerns regarding the company’s compliance with legal financial standards and the sufficiency of its management structure. Zipmex clients seeking to recover their assets can reach out through the company’s official channels.

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Fintech News

APRIL 15, 2024

The investigation was led by a special committee under Temenos’ Non-Executive Chairman Thibault de Tersant and supported by legal and forensic experts from Schellenberg Wittmer Ltd, Sullivan & Cromwell LLP, and Alvarez & Marsal Switzerland LLC.

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VISTA InfoSec

OCTOBER 26, 2023

SOX establishes regulations around financial reporting, mandates internal control audits, and strengthens corporate governance. public companies and foreign entities doing business in America, making it integral to today’s Governance, Risk and Compliance environment. It applies to all U.S.

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PYMNTS

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Meanwhile, the federal government is Nigeria is said to be creating a framework to allow for countrywide digital currency adoption, CoinDesk reported. The potential adoption blueprint reportedly encompasses a program to make a legal structure to supervise the digital currency sector.

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 28, 2021

The report illustrates the crucial role global remittances play in developing economies, often achieving what governments and private direct investment cannot.”. This happens even as governments shut borders.”. This report represents an important message for governments as they look at international migrations.

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Fintech Finance

MARCH 7, 2024

PPRO , the leading local payments platform, has announced the appointment of three new senior leaders across legal and compliance: Selene Brett as Chief Legal, Risk and Compliance Officer, Marc Kuzak as Legal Director, and Massimiliano Conte as Compliance Director. I am joining the company with a strong team.

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Fintech News

JUNE 30, 2024

The regulator is now focusing on developing standards, market practices, and governing principles for digital infrastructure supporting tokenised assets. Morgan, MUFG Bank, and Societe Generale-FORGE, on business, governance, risk, legal, and technology considerations for a shared ledger infrastructure.

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Segpay

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Age verification tools are crucial in the adult industry to ensure that only users of legal age (typically 18+) access adult content. checks government-issued IDs and cross-references them with official databases. It is GDPR-compliant and offers high security. ID.me : A platform for identity verification, ID.me

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Fintech News

MAY 29, 2024

This report outlines mitigation measures for government agencies, financial institutions, and Designated Non-Financial Businesses and Professionals (DNFBPs) to address these risks. Environmental crimes, such as illegal wildlife trafficking and illegal logging, generate an estimated US$110 billion to US$281 billion in criminal gains annually.

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Money Laundering Crime Risk Law Enforcement 107

The Paypers

MAY 19, 2023

The government of Pakistan has announced that cryptocurrencies will never be legal in the country in a bid to prevent illegal digital currency transactions.

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Cryptocurrency Digital Currency Legal Governance 78

The Fintech Times

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024

With a strong foundation in semiconductors and information technology, alongside government initiatives and a developing fintech ecosystem, Taiwan is steadily integrating digital innovation into its financial services. However, in Taiwan, cryptocurrencies are not regulated as legal tender.

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Innovation FinTech Payment APIs and Integration Non-Bank 119

VISTA InfoSec

JULY 17, 2024

Keep your systems updated with global cybersecurity governance standards. Navigate legal and regulatory frameworks Dealing with laws and rules about cybersecurity in different countries is a must. Each of these sets its own rules on handling personal information safely and legally. They shape how you manage multilingual threats.

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The Fintech Times

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Google has filed a legal challenge against the US Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), the agency responsible for overseeing consumer finance, after it placed Google Payment Corp., The move follows the agencys use of a dormant legal authority revived in 2022 to oversee nonbank entities deemed to pose risks to consumers.

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Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) CFPB Regulations Legal 75

The Fintech Times

MARCH 18, 2024

The perception of Bitcoin as ‘digital gold’ is light years from Satoshi Nakamoto’s original vision of a highly scalable platform to handle peer-to-peer electronic cash while offering safe, secure, and immutable data storage for enterprises and governments. Teranode’s impact will be both dramatic and widespread.

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Blockchain Web 3.0 Technology TPS 145

NFCW

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

During the Luxembourg-based pilot the two government bodies will test the effectiveness and Europe-wide compatibility of a national digital ID wallet for storing and using mobile driving licences, accessing eGovernment services, opening a bank account and remote document signing.

Online and Mobile Banking 79

Online and Mobile Banking Use Case Governance Government 79

Fintech Finance

JULY 16, 2024

These reports take forward priority actions under the G20 Roadmap to address legal, supervisory and regulatory frictions in cross-border payments to help achieve the quantitative targets in 2027. In response to these changes, legal, regulatory and supervisory frameworks that govern PSPs have had to rapidly adapt and evolve.

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Cross-Border Payments Cross-Border Consulting Regulations 98

EBizCharge

JUNE 28, 2024

The question “Is it legal to charge a credit card fee?” This article will explore the legality of charging such fees as well as the pros and cons associated with them. Surcharging is legal in many states and is regulated at the state and federal levels. is a legitimate inquiry for merchants seeking ways to offset these expenses.

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Fintech News

JUNE 18, 2024

This introduces several legal and regulatory risks, including copyright or intellectual property issues, as well as privacy concerns. Singapore was among the world’s first jurisdictions to articulate AI governance principles through the publication of the Model AI Governance Framework (MGF) back in 2019.

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AI Use Case Risk Deepfake 120

Fintech News

JULY 1, 2024

The evolving global terrorism landscape necessitates regular updates to Singapore’s risk assessments and counter-terrorism strategies given its status as a global financial and business hub Singapore employs a comprehensive, government-wide approach to identify, monitor, and mitigate terrorism financing risks.

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Fintech News

DECEMBER 12, 2023

The assessment also extensively reviews five additional areas namely governance, legal and regulatory framework, redeemability and liquidity, technology and third-party dependencies, and track record. In its first series of assessments, the firm evaluated eight prominent stablecoins.

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Stablecoins Assessments Risk Assessment Risk 116

Fintech News

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

DBS and Japan Finance Corporation (JFC), a government-owned financial institution, have signed a MoU to help Japanese SMEs expand into Asia. This first-of-its-kind partnership allows SMEs to access six key markets—China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Singapore, and Taiwan—through a single banking partner.

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Cross-Border Payments Cross-Border Finance Legal 115