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Regulatory Update March 2025 – ME Region
This edition includes – DFSA Publishes CP on Licensed Functions and Authorised Individuals, FSRA Issues CP on Periodic Fund Reporting…
April 8, 2025
Regulatory Update February 2025 – UK Region
This UK regulatory update includes – Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) updates and developments, The FCA Chief Executive's speech on supporting…
April 1, 2025
Navigating a DFSA Inspection: A Guide for (Re)Insurers
This guide outlines the key areas that DFSA inspectors may focus on, offering practical steps for insurance firms to prepare…
March 21, 2025
Regulatory Compliance Update for Fund Managers in Asia
During this webinar, Waystone's compliance experts explore the latest regulatory compliance updates and trends across multiple jurisdictions which are relevant…
March 17, 2025
Financial Crime Prevention & Compliance Training Guide
This guide aims to assist firms, including Compliance Officers and Money Laundering Reporting Officers (‘MLRO’s), in ensuring their employees understand…
March 14, 2025
Hong Kong SFC Increases Scrutiny on Asset Managers – Are You Prepared?
The Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) in Hong Kong plays a pivotal role in regulating and supervising the financial markets.…
March 11, 2025
SEC Introduces Cyber and Emerging Technologies Unit
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has launched the Cyber and Emerging Technologies Unit (CETU) as of February 20,…
March 10, 2025
Regulatory Update February 2025 – ME Region
This edition includes – DFSA Issues Dear SEO Letter on Thematic Review on Conflicts of Interest, DFSA Launches Consultation on…
March 10, 2025
Regulatory Update January 2025 – ME Region
This edition includes – DFSA Publishes Findings from the 2024 Whistleblowing Thematic Review, ADGM reduces Commercial License Fees, SCA Drafts…
February 14, 2025
Regulatory Update December 2024 – ME Region
This edition includes – FSRA introduces a Regulatory Framework concerning Fiat-Referenced Tokens; UAE signs multiple MoUs with international bodies in…
January 20, 2025
Strengthening AML/CFT Frameworks: Reinforcing Singapore’s Defenses Against Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing
In early 2022, the Singapore police force launched a comprehensive and coordinated investigation into a group of individuals operating covertly.…
January 6, 2025
MAS FAQs – Licensing and Registration of Fund Management Companies in Singapore
MAS has updated a list of FAQs relating to the licensing and registration of Fund Management Companies (“FMCs”) in Singapore.
January 4, 2025
Compliance Alert: Key MAS Regulatory Reminders for Year-End 2024
As we approach the end of 2024, this update serves as an important reminder of key regulatory requirements from the…
December 18, 2024
Strengthening governance and AML standards: Key insights from recent SFC and MAS Circulars
The Securities and Futures Commission (“SFC”) and the Monetary Authority of Singapore (“MAS”) have issued significant guidance to address ongoing…
December 16, 2024
Regulatory Update November 2024 – APAC Region
This APAC regulatory update includes – Monetary Authority of Singapore ("MAS") is implementing mandatory reference checks for Financial Institutions ("FIs"),…
December 13, 2024
Regulatory Update November 2024 – ME Region
This edition includes – Dubai Financial Services Authority issues Dear SEO Letter 'Key Themes and findings from the Cyber Thematic…
December 12, 2024
ESMA sets Guidelines for ESG and Sustainability-Related Fund Names
The European Securities and Markets Authority (“ESMA”) has issued guidelines on funds’ names using Environmental, Social and Governance ("ESG") or…
December 11, 2024
FCA Guidance on Consumer Duty Reports
The Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”) has today issued the findings from its review into firms’ approaches to completing the first…
December 11, 2024