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The SEC Marketing Update is Limited and Lacks Significant Impact.

January 29, 2026

SEC's Marketing Rules Update: Key Insights from Zeidler Group Zeidler Group recently addressed the SEC's latest updates on marketing rules, indicating that the new guidelines serve more as targeted clarifications rather than significant changes in the regulatory landscape. This highlights the need for asset managers to avoid overreacting to guidance that applies to specific scenarios.

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Summary of Fintech and Payments Regulatory Updates in Asia – January 2026 by Elizabeth Webb and Claris Teo

January 27, 2026

Asian Fintech Regulatory Developments - December 2025 The end of 2025 marked a pivotal moment in the regulatory landscape for fintech across Asia. Major themes included the evolution of virtual asset frameworks, stringent cybersecurity requirements, effective fraud prevention controls, and the governance of artificial intelligence. This article provides an overview of key regulatory developments affecting

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Regulatory Changes Open Opportunities for Competition Between Fintech and Traditional Banking Institutions

January 23, 2026

Emerging Trends in Global Crypto Regulation for 2023 According to the latest PwC Global Crypto Regulatory Report, 2023 is expected to bring clearer regulatory frameworks as legislation transitions from mere drafting to enforcement and oversight worldwide. Global Coordination and Enforcement Dynamics While nations vary in their regulatory maturity, PwC emphasizes that those establishing transparent regulatory

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SEC Nigeria Increases Minimum Capital Requirements for Crypto, Fintech, and Capital Markets Operators

January 18, 2026

Nigeria SEC Revamps Minimum Capital Requirements for Capital Market Entities The Nigeria Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC Nigeria) has initiated a comprehensive overhaul of the Minimum Capital Requirements (MCR), leading to substantial increases in the financial thresholds for various operators in sectors including traditional finance, fintech, commodities, and digital assets. This significant regulatory change aims

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Key Regulatory Updates That Compliance Teams Should Be Aware Of — TradingView News

January 18, 2026

January 2026 Compliance Report: Key Changes and Future Outlook As we step into 2026, financial institutions are facing a landscape of enhanced controls, clearer expectations, and increased regulatory scrutiny. Recent regulatory shifts affect not just compliance services, but also product design, pricing data, reporting systems, and how firms are perceived by regulatory bodies and the

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MAS suggests regulatory adjustments to streamline dual listings on SGX and Nasdaq.

January 12, 2026

Free newsletter Get the latest Fintech Singapore news delivered to your inbox once a month. Regulatory Reforms for Dual Listings on SGX and Nasdaq Companies looking to list on both the Singapore Exchange (SGX) and Nasdaq may soon encounter reduced regulatory challenges. This shift is part of new proposals from the Monetary Authority of Singapore

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MoonPay and Strike withdraw from the Hungarian cryptocurrency market due to regulatory shifts.

January 10, 2026

MoonPay and Strike Exit Hungary's Cryptocurrency Market MoonPay's Withdrawal from Hungary In a significant move, MoonPay has withdrawn its cryptocurrency services from Hungary, as reported by revb.hu. This decision highlights the ongoing challenges within the domestic crypto environment and contributes to a growing trend of companies exiting the market. Reasons Behind the Exit MoonPay cited

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Key AI Regulatory Compliance Challenges for Financial Institutions in 2026

January 9, 2026

AI Regulatory Compliance: Key Priorities for Financial Institutions in 2026 As we approach 2026, artificial intelligence (AI) is shifting from an emerging compliance tool to an essential regulatory requirement. Insights from 4CRisk.ai indicate that the upcoming year will focus on how effectively financial institutions implement governed AI to navigate increasing regulatory complexities while adhering to

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Dentons Nicaragua Enhances Its Fintech Landscape with Updated Regulatory Framework

January 6, 2026

Nicaragua's New Regulatory Framework Boosts Fintech Ecosystem Published on June 16, 2025 Introduction to Nicaragua's Fintech Revolution In a progressive move to enhance its digital finance landscape, Nicaragua has unveiled a comprehensive set of regulations aimed at fostering innovation within its fintech ecosystem. These new guidelines pave the way for a more structured and secure

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Ways AI-driven KYC can minimize asymmetric risk for banks

December 31, 2025

Enhancing KYC and AML Processes with AI Technology Jean Flowers is Global Head of Financial Markets at eClerx, with over 30 years of experience in the financial technology services industry. The Importance of KYC and AML in Banking In the banking and fintech sectors, managing asymmetric risks is critical. A lapse in the know-your-customer (KYC)

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How data, artificial intelligence, and regulations are transforming the future of global fintech

December 21, 2025

The Inaugural Fintech NerdCon Miami: A Look into the Future of Finance The Fintech NerdCon Miami, held on November 19-20 at Mana Wynwood, set the stage for discussions on the evolving landscape of finance. The conference, themed around an "invisible and globally interconnected" future of finance, attracted hundreds of startups, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders, prominent