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Updates and commentary on evolving market regulation.

Hong Kong regulator penalises EFG Bank over regulatory breaches

12 December 2025

Hong Kong regulator penalises EFG Bank over regulatory breaches

The financial watchdog’s investigation stemmed from a self-report from the bank as well as a referral of findings from the Hong Kong Monetary Authority.

Exclusive: UKSPA - final CCI rules strike balance between consumer protection and product realities

10 Dec 2025

Exclusive: UKSPA - final CCI rules strike balance between consumer protection and product realities

The regulator's reforms reflect practical industry insight into structured product design.

BBVA to expand corporate and investment banking services in Middle East

10 Dec 2025

BBVA to expand corporate and investment banking services in Middle East

The in-principle approval paves way for Abu Dhabi branch as the bank targets sovereign wealth funds and institutional clients.

France greenlights retail access to crypto ETNs

10 Dec 2025

France greenlights retail access to crypto ETNs

The development builds on a positive shift across Europe, with the British regulator lifting its retail crypto exchange-traded note (ETN) ban since 8 October.

Structured products in the spotlight as FCA sets out CCI requirements

09 Dec 2025

Structured products in the spotlight as FCA sets out CCI requirements

The UK’s retail investment landscape is bracing itself for another regulatory shake-up.

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09 Dec 2025

SEC blocks ultra-leveraged ETFs from nine providers

The US regulator has halted the review of over 100 ETFs with a...

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09 Dec 2025

CFTC announces slew of measures in the digital asset space

The commodities market regulator has allowed for the listing of spot...

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08 Dec 2025

SEC committee urges focus on AI and on-chain market rules

SEC chair Paul Atkins (pictured) called for principles-based...

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08 Dec 2025

Sebi seeks feedback on equity derivatives position limits

Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has proposed to reset...

Binance secures global licence under Abu Dhabi’s framework

08 Dec 2025

Binance secures global licence under Abu Dhabi’s framework

The approval allows Binance to operate under a regulated structure covering exchange, clearing and brokerage services.

Leonteq completes FRTB transition, regulatory legacy nears closure

04 Dec 2025

Leonteq completes FRTB transition, regulatory legacy nears closure

Completion of the SA-FRTB transition coincides with the near-completion of Finma-mandated remediation tied to misconduct.

Esma targets conflicts of interest in retail investor protection push

04 Dec 2025

Esma targets conflicts of interest in retail investor protection push

The CSA will focus on remuneration, inducements, and digital channels influencing product selection.