Africa
COP28: Nature is key to Africa’s financial future, here’s how regulators can safeguard it
The COP28 conference has resulted in a variety of new climate related financial, nature and infrastructure pledges from leaders across the world. Discussions ...
Regulatory
Global: Investigation Launched into Crypto Betting on Taiwan Presidential Election
As the Taiwan presidential election scheduled for January 13, 2024 approaches, authorities have initiated an inquiry into the use of cryptocurrency betting platforms ...
Regulatory
Global: SEC Rejects Coinbase’s Request for Crypto-Specific Regulations
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has turned down a petition from cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase, wherein the exchange sought new regulations tailored specifically ...
Regulatory
Global: ICO Issues Reproach to Bank of Ireland UK Over Data Accuracy Failures
The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has reproached Bank of Ireland UK for inaccuracies in data shared from 3,284 customer profiles with credit reference ...
Regulatory
Global: IMF Advocates Stricter Oversight for Cryptocurrencies
Kristalina Georgieva, the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), has emphasized the imperative need for robust regulation in the cryptocurrency realm ...
Nigeria
Nigeria: SEC Takes Action Against Ready Finance for Unlawful Capital Market Practices
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has taken decisive action by closing the premises of Ready Finance Investors Limited due to its involvement ...
Regulatory
Global: Eurosystem Calls for Interest in Wholesale DLT Trials for Central Bank Money Settlement
The European Central Bank (ECB) is actively seeking expressions of interest from financial market stakeholders to participate in trials involving new technologies for ...
Regulatory
Global: Elon Musk’s X Secures Payment Processing License in 13 U.S. States and Expanding
In a significant development, Elon Musk’s social media platform, formerly known as Twitter, has received approval for payment services in Pennsylvania. This milestone ...
Nigeria
Nigeria: Senate Urges AMCON to Address High CBN Interest Rates
Senator Adetokunbo Abiru, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Banking, Insurance, and other Financial Institutions, emphasized the commitment of the 10th Senate of ...
Regulatory
Global: India Takes Cautious Approach to Crypto Regulation, Focusing on Global Standards and Industry Evolution
While the global interest in crypto assets continues to surge, India is adopting a measured and deliberate strategy toward regulation. Rather than hastily ...
