The future of bank-fintech partnerships is poised for significant regulatory scrutiny, especially as we approach 2025. The collapse of Synapse in 2024 has brought to light the inherent risks these collaborations carry, emphasizing the need for robust risk management and transparency. Over the past
Monaco, a small yet powerful financial hub, has been continually working to enhance its regulatory framework against money laundering and terrorism financing. A positive report published by the Council of Europe regarding Monaco's efforts has shone a spotlight on this remarkable progress. Titled
California's $5-billion cannabis industry was designed to be a regulated market aimed at protecting public health. However, the widespread issue of illegal pesticide use has exposed significant regulatory failures. This problem is particularly evident in Santa Cruz County, where cannabis farmers
Upbit, South Korea’s most prominent cryptocurrency exchange, is currently grappling with a significant regulatory challenge that may result in a six-month suspension due to alleged violations of Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations. This issue, raised by South
The financial industry is currently grappling with a significant and unprecedented challenge: the rapid advancement of deepfake fraud technology. With the swift evolution of AI capabilities, fraudsters are now able to create hyper-realistic fabricated images, videos, and audio, bypassing
Elder fraud has become an increasingly pressing issue across the United States, with over 101,000 Americans aged 60-plus being defrauded of $3.4 billion nationwide last year alone. In Maine, 397 reported cases accounted for a loss exceeding $7.1 million. With many fraud incidents going unreported,
