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FSCA License: MH Markets Enters the South African Financial Market
FinTech News

FSCA License: MH Markets Enters the South African Financial Market

MH Markets’ FSCA authorization strengthens its South African market entry, supporting regulated crypto asset services, regional payment infrastructure, and long-term expansion across Africa

May 28, 20264 min read
U.S. MTL Applications: Bitchar Accelerates Its Multi-State Compliance Expansion
FinTech News

U.S. MTL Applications: Bitchar Accelerates Its Multi-State Compliance Expansion

Bitchar’s multi-state U.S. MTL applications strengthen its compliance strategy, supporting safer digital asset services, AML controls, and long-term expansion in the American market.

May 28, 20264 min read
U.S. MTL License: PhotonPay Strengthens Its Global Regulatory Framework
FinTech News

U.S. MTL License: PhotonPay Strengthens Its Global Regulatory Framework

PhotonPay’s U.S. MTL license strengthens its regulatory framework, supporting compliant payment services, risk management, and long-term expansion in the American market.

May 28, 20263 min read
Infini MSB Registration in Canada: What It Means for Cross-Border Payments and Fiat-Crypto Finance
FinTech News

Infini MSB Registration in Canada: What It Means for Cross-Border Payments and Fiat-Crypto Finance

Infini’s FINTRAC MSB registration supports its expansion into regulated cross-border payments, fiat-crypto services, remittance, FX, and virtual currency operations.

May 28, 20264 min read
Québec MSB Licence: Requirements, Registry and Renewal
Payment & Fintech Licensing

Québec MSB Licence: Requirements, Registry and Renewal

Money services businesses operating in Québec may need a provincial MSB licence from Revenu Québec in addition to FINTRAC registration, with ongoing renewal, reporting, and compliance duties.

May 28, 202610 min read
Portugal Crypto Tax: Are the Golden Years for Crypto Investors Over?
FinTech News

Portugal Crypto Tax: Are the Golden Years for Crypto Investors Over?

Portugal’s crypto tax rules now distinguish between short-term gains, long-term holdings, passive income, and professional crypto activity, with tax rates depending on category and holding period.

May 25, 202610 min read
Vanuatu Crypto License: Is Vanuatu Becoming a Leading Offshore Crypto Hub in 2026?
Crypto Licensing

Vanuatu Crypto License: Is Vanuatu Becoming a Leading Offshore Crypto Hub in 2026?

Vanuatu is becoming a regulated offshore crypto hub in 2026, offering a structured VASP framework, faster licensing timelines, and stronger AML, Travel Rule, and cybersecurity standards.

May 25, 202610 min read
MiCA Secondary Licensing: How Crypto Firms Can Bridge the Gap Between the EU and Global Markets
Crypto Licensing

MiCA Secondary Licensing: How Crypto Firms Can Bridge the Gap Between the EU and Global Markets

MiCA gives crypto firms a strong EU regulatory base, but global expansion still requires secondary licensing, local approvals, and market-specific compliance planning.

May 25, 202611 min read
Apple Pay in Mauritius: Peach Payments Expands Secure Digital Payments
FinTech News

Apple Pay in Mauritius: Peach Payments Expands Secure Digital Payments

Peach Payments has introduced Apple Pay in Mauritius, giving merchants a faster, safer, and more private digital payment option for online and in-store transactions.

May 25, 20264 min read
Seychelles Economic Stability Remains Strong Despite International Tensions
Payment Regulations

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.

May 25, 20265 min read
Malta and Seychelles Financial Supervision: Regulators Sign MoU to Strengthen CFD and Forex Oversight
FinTech News

Malta and Seychelles Financial Supervision: Regulators Sign MoU to Strengthen CFD and Forex Oversight

Malta and Seychelles regulators signed an MoU to strengthen cooperation, information sharing, and supervision of CFD, forex, and financial services firms.

May 25, 20264 min read
Fiscal Unity Regime in Malta: Tax Benefits for International Business Groups
Payment Regulations

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.

May 21, 20266 min read

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