Tag: FCA

Consumer Duty has entered a new phase. With implementation deadlines now behind the industry, the focus has shifted from frameworks and documentation to tangible...

On 22 January 2026, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) hosted its in-person “Gateway to Growth” event in London, underlining its commitment to strengthening the...

Financial institutions are increasingly aware that artificial intelligence (AI) could transform anti-money laundering (AML) operations. Yet adoption remains cautious. This hesitancy stands in sharp contrast...

Financial institutions are entering a new phase in the fight against financial crime, where artificial intelligence is no longer just a defensive tool but...

In 2025, the UK’s FCA delivered a forceful reminder to regulated firms that weaknesses in systems and controls—particularly those linked to financial crime and...

In July 2025, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) fined Monzo Bank approximately £21m for serious anti-money laundering (AML) control failings. The penalty, detailed in...

The Financial Conduct Authority’s launch of its inaugural Enforcement Watch newsletter marks a clear shift in how the regulator signals its enforcement priorities to...

AI is rapidly moving from a promising experiment to a foundational capability within RegTech, forcing financial institutions to reassess how compliance teams operate and...

Valentine’s Day vouchers were once viewed as harmless gestures, far removed from any association with scams. Today, however, prepaid gift cards has become an...

Morning commuters at London Waterloo station were met with an unusual sight as a pop-up “ATM” appeared to offer passers-by the chance to “give...