Payment fraud poses a significant challenge globally, with fraudsters constantly evolving their tactics to exploit weak points in the payment ecosystem. In response, the European Union (EU) has proposed updates to its regulatory framework for payments, including a new Payment Services Regulation
January 15, 2025The implementation of the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act, which took effect on January 1st, has significantly enhanced consumer data privacy protection by amending the state's Business and Commerce Code in a substantial way. This landmark law mandates that businesses now honor data
January 14, 2025Cryptocurrencies have revolutionized the financial landscape, offering decentralized and borderless transactions. However, this innovation comes with its own set of challenges, particularly in terms of crypto fraud. The decentralized nature of cryptocurrencies makes them an attractive target for
January 13, 2025Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro has proactively urged federal regulators to intervene and mandate the state's power grid to reduce prices, with the goal of counteracting a projected surge in energy costs this summer. This appeal is prompted by growing concerns over escalating energy
January 13, 2025The increasing complexity and demanding deadlines of the European Union's Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation present formidable challenges for small and mid-sized European Money Service Businesses (MSBs) and Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs). These stringent compliance rules,
January 13, 2025Sri Lanka's decision to postpone its third evaluation of the Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) framework from March 2025 to March 2026 reflects the challenges of conducting such assessments in the wake of two national elections the previous year. This
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