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SFC Approves Four VATPs and Outlines Licensing Conditions After Inspections
2024-12-18T13:58:23.155+02:00
VATPs must complete rectification actions and conduct vulnerability assessments to operate.
A new circular provides guidance on the VATP licensing process and second-phase assessments.
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Revolut Applies for Bank License in New Zealand Following Its Launch in 2023
2024-12-05T19:19:42.768+02:00
The firm launched in New Zealand in July last year, processing NZ$350 million in transactions.
The company offers cryptocurrency trading, a service not provided by any New Zealand bank.
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Polish KNF Revokes Conotoxia's Payment Services License
2024-10-03T12:02:48.940+02:00
The company was ordered to cease operations and settle accounts by year-end.
The cancellation of the payment license will not, however, affect FX/CFD operations.
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US FX/CFD Broker Relinquishes CySEC License
2024-09-05T12:43:44.220+02:00
AMP Global has just announced that it is in the process of voluntarily renouncing its CIF License.
The decision was also confirmed by the Cypriot regulator.
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Robinhood Eyes Bitcoin Futures Launch in Europe and US
2024-07-03T09:15:39.876+02:00
The Commission-free trading platform broadens its reach to Hawaii and US territories.
In the meantime, it is considering new cryptocurrency derivatives products.
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Crypto.com Gains VASP Approval from Central Bank of Ireland
2024-06-11T15:30:05.336+02:00
The firm can now offer crypto-to-fiat exchanges and fiat wallets in Ireland.
It serves 100 million customers globally and plans to expand its services following the approval.
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ASIC Aims to Simplify Search for Information on Licensed Brokers
2024-05-28T08:47:21.743+02:00
Data from ASIC Connect will be transferred to the Professional Registers Search.
The regulator aims to simplify consumers' search for information about licensed firms.
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Unlimit Jumps into Indian Payments Arena, Clinches RBI Approval
2024-04-25T02:01:00.000+02:00
By 2024, digital commerce in India is projected to dominate, with transactions reaching US$211.30 billion.
The firm's entry into the Indian market has followed its recent expansion in Africa.
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Deribit Secures Conditional Dubai VASP License, Names Luuk Strijers as CEO
2024-04-02T08:00:00.000+02:00
The firm is in the process of relocating its global headquarters to Dubai.
It targets institutional investors while serving retail clients via its Panama affiliate.
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Alchemy Pay Invests in UK's LaPay to Expand Global Payment Solutions
2024-03-28T18:50:19.635+02:00
LaPay holds a UK Authorised Payment Institution License regulated by the FCA.
Alchemy Pay holds regulatory licenses across four continents, totaling six licenses.
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FX/CFD Broker Banxso Obtains FSC Mauritius and ASIC Licenses This Week
2024-03-21T11:24:42.240+02:00
The company secures FSC Mauritius license, elevating global financial services.
A few days ago, it added similar authorization granted by the Australian ASIC.
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Doo Financial Expands Hong Kong Footprint with Securities Trading License
2024-03-15T10:06:06.056+02:00
HK regulator approves Doo Financial for securities dealing, boosting its regional presence.
In the meantime, the company opened a new office in Dubai.
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OKX Joins Growing List of Crypto Exchanges with Singapore's MPI License
2024-03-13T09:55:00.036+02:00
Another digital assets platform secured an in-principle payments license.
OKX is now able to provide digital payment token services and cross-border transfers.
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Indie Advice's License Axed by ASIC: Financial Inactivity Fallout
2024-01-23T10:59:13.236+02:00
Despite the cancellation, the license is effective till June 2024 for dispute resolutions.
This is another ASF license withdrawal in recent months.
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NCM Investment Bolsters Middle East Presence with UAE License
2024-01-18T10:23:58.095+02:00
The company secures a Category 1 license from the SCA, expanding its MENA operations.
The region is attracting a rising number of financial and cryptocurrency firms.
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FCA Greenlights Worldline for the UK Fintech Expansion
2023-11-28T10:39:44.511+02:00
Worldline strengthens in the UK post-Brexit with FCA payment license.
The new authorization will allow the company to expand in the country.
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FCA Targets over 700 Unused Financial Licenses in Consumer Safety Drive
2023-11-27T10:47:57.306+02:00
The UK regulator revokes unused financial licenses for consumer safety.
New laws have been in force since 2022.
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ASIC Suspends Licenses of JB Markets, First City amid Compliance Failures
2023-11-16T11:02:29.931+02:00
Licenses will be reinstated once both companies meet AFS requirements.
The specter of complete authorization loss looms over First City.
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Orbital Enters $11 Trillion Market with Gibraltar Approval
2023-10-24T15:00:00.000+02:00
The company has received permission to operate as a DLT Provider and Electronic Money Issuer.
The fintech firm is the first to secure both licenses in Gibraltar.
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CySEC Reverses Course: Alvexo's FX/CFD License No Longer Suspended
2023-10-24T11:12:03.655+02:00
CySEC lifted the suspension on VPR Safe Financial, citing compliance with regulatory requirements.
The decision revokes the initial one from August 2022.
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Retail FX
Good News for AFS Licensees: ASIC Eases Breach Reporting Rules
2023-10-19T11:48:48.932+02:00
If a regulation breach didn't harm the client, there's no need to report it.
Additionally, ASIC has extended the reporting period for significant matters from 30 to 90 days.
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From Tweets to Transactions: X Moves Closer to Crypto and Fiat Payments
2023-08-30T10:05:24.942+02:00
The social media giant may provide crypto payments in the future.
X has so far obtained licenses in 7 US states.
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Edgewater Expands in the UK: Secures FCA License and Announces New CEO
2023-08-07T13:13:45.582+02:00
Edgewater Markets Limited secures a license from the FCA.
In addition, Emanuel Georgouras was announced as the new Chief Executive for the UK entity.
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FX/CFDs Broker Probis Goes Bankrupt, ASIC Halts Its License
2023-08-07T07:23:03.310+02:00
ASIC has halted Probis Financial Services' AFS license due to its bankruptcy.
The firm must maintain membership with the AFCA until 30 October 2023.
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Trade Nation Gains License in Seychelles, Targets Asian Market
2023-07-10T10:25:46.451+02:00
Trade Nation expands its global presence with a new license from Seychelles' FSA.
It propels the company’s strategy to widen its customer base in Asia.
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