Payment Regulations
Payment Regulations covers legal and compliance requirements for payment service providers, fintech companies, e-money institutions, and businesses operating in the digital payments sector.
10 articles in this category
Malta EMI License Gains Attention as EU Fintech Regulations Tighten
Malta is attracting growing interest from fintech firms seeking EMI and PI licenses, as evolving EU regulations and increased regulatory scrutiny drive businesses to reassess their licensing strategies.
MiCA Compliance: CySEC Introduces New Reporting Requirements for Crypto Companies
CySEC has proposed new MiCA reporting requirements for CASPs in Cyprus, introducing regular financial and prudential disclosures as regulatory oversight of crypto firms continues to expand.
CySEC MiCA Reporting Requirements for Crypto Companies in Cyprus
CySEC proposes new MiCA reporting requirements for CASPs, increasing compliance obligations and regulatory oversight for crypto companies in Cyprus.
FSCA Regulator: Role, Functions, and Impact in South Africa
An overview of the FSCA regulator in South Africa, its role in market conduct supervision, consumer protection, licensing, compliance, and financial sector transparency.
Financial Sector Regulators in South Africa: FSCA, PA, SARB, FIC, NCR, and Key Compliance Bodies
A practical overview of South Africa’s key financial regulators, including the FSCA, PA, SARB, FIC, NCR, and Information Regulator, and how their mandates affect banks, fintechs, and financial institutions.
Seychelles Economic Stability Remains Strong Despite International Tensions
Seychelles remains economically stable despite global tensions, with strong reserves, steady fuel supplies, sufficient essential goods, and ongoing government monitoring.
Fiscal Unity Regime in Malta: Tax Benefits for International Business Groups
An overview of Malta’s Fiscal Unity Regime and how eligible group companies can simplify tax administration, improve cash flow, and optimize corporate structuring.
PSD II: Key Changes for Payment Service Providers in Europe
PSD II reshaped the EU payments market by regulating TPPs, PISPs, and AISPs, strengthening consumer protection, security, and open banking rules.
GDPR Compliance: Key Requirements for Protecting Personal Data in the EU
GDPR sets key rules for personal data protection, consent, data subject rights, breach reporting, international transfers, and privacy governance.
FATCA Compliance for Cyprus Financial Institutions
This article explains FATCA obligations for Cyprus financial institutions, including IRS registration, GIIN requirements, reporting duties, and withholding risks.