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Lawmakers Reject Total Gambling Advertising Ban in the Netherlands: Emphasis Shifts to Playing Limits and Stricter Penalties
In a notable development, the Netherlands’ house of representatives (Kamer) recently made a significant decision regarding the regulation...
Feb 16, 20242 min read


Transforming Tax Services: PwC UK Unveils AI Tax Assistant Tool in Collaboration with Harvey and OpenAI
PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) UK has made significant strides in the realm of client service delivery with the introduction of its latest...
Feb 16, 20242 min read


Nick Ephgrave Unveils Ambitious Vision for U.K. Serious Fraud Office
In his inaugural public speech as the head of the U.K. Serious Fraud Office (SFO), Nick Ephgrave outlined a comprehensive vision for the...
Feb 15, 20242 min read


EY Commits to Repaying Costs of Failed Project Everest Plan by July
EY, one of the prominent "big four" accounting firms, has announced its commitment to substantially reducing the costs associated with...
Feb 15, 20242 min read


FinCEN Unveils Proposed Regulations to Combat Money Laundering in Investment Sector
In a move aimed at bolstering the integrity of the U.S. financial system, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) unveiled...
Feb 14, 20242 min read


Unraveling the Alleged Fraud: The Intricate Case of Macau's Chinese Bank Scandal
Former president of the Macau Chinese Bank, Yau Wai Chu, faces a labyrinth of accusations as reports from the gambling hub unveil a...
Feb 14, 20242 min read


British Banks Linked to Trades with Sanctioned Iranian Entities: Standard Chartered Implicated Alongside Lloyds, Santander, and HSBC
A recent report has revealed that a third British bank, Standard Chartered, has been implicated in trades with a sanctioned Iranian...
Feb 13, 20242 min read


ATO Accuses PwC of Withholding Tax Leaks Report Amid Senate Inquiry
Accusations were leveled against PwC Australia during a recent Australian Senate inquiry, where a senior official from the Australian...
Feb 13, 20242 min read


Motion to Ban Gambling Advertising in Netherlands: A Step Towards Responsible Gaming
In the Netherlands, Derk Boswijk, representing the Christian Democratic Appeal (CDA) party, has submitted an extensive motion aimed at...
Feb 12, 20243 min read


Evasion of Russia Sanctions: EU Commission Takes Action Against Companies, Urges Member States to Hold Accountable
The European Commission is poised to disclose details regarding the evasion of Russia sanctions by companies, with plans for a follow-up...
Feb 12, 20242 min read


FINRA Fines Goldman Sachs $512,500 for Alleged Surveillance Failures in Monitoring Securities
The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) has imposed a fine of $512,500 on Goldman Sachs for purportedly neglecting to...
Feb 9, 20242 min read


AFME Urges UK Regulators to Reconsider Crypto Custody Rules
The Association for Financial Markets (AFME), a UK-based trade group representing wholesale markets, has urged the UK’s financial...
Feb 9, 20242 min read


U.S. Treasury Department Proposes Sweeping Measures to Combat Illicit Funds in Real Estate Sector Amidst Release of National Risk Assessments
The U.S. Treasury Department's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has unveiled a comprehensive proposal on Wednesday aimed at...
Feb 8, 20242 min read


European Central Bank's Data-Driven Approach to Interest Rates: Insights from Bank of Spain Governor and Central Bank of Cyprus Governor
Bank of Spain Governor Pablo Hernández de Cos shared detailed insights into the European Central Bank's (ECB) approach to interest rate...
Feb 8, 20243 min read


Senators Demand Answers from FinCEN Over Delayed Whistleblower Program Implementation
A bipartisan group of senators comprising Chuck Grassley (R. Iowa), Elizabeth Warren (D, Mass.), and Raphael Warnock (D. Ga.) has...
Feb 7, 20242 min read


British Banks Accused of Facilitating Iranian Sanctions Evasion: Lloyds and Santander Under Scrutiny
The Financial Times has reported allegations that two major British banks, Lloyds and Santander UK, were involved in facilitating Iran's...
Feb 7, 20242 min read


Crypto Industry Challenges Mount in January: Notable Exploits and $210.7 Million in Losses
The cryptocurrency industry, despite its rapid growth, continues to grapple with a persistent issue – hacks and exploits. January 2024...
Feb 6, 20242 min read


Operation Galaxy Unveils ‘Ndrangheta Mafia's €400 Million iGaming Money Laundering Scheme: Seizures, Investigations, and Ongoing Challenges
In a coordinated effort involving multiple Italian police departments, authorities have intensified their endeavors under "Operation...
Feb 6, 20242 min read


European Farmer Protests: Unraveling the Impact of Environmental Policies on Agriculture and the Broader Economy
The widespread farmer protests sweeping across Germany, France, Romania, the Netherlands, and Belgium have their origins in the European...
Feb 5, 20242 min read


Navigating Tax Challenges in Kenya's Evolving Gambling Landscape: Balancing Revenue, Responsibility, and Viability
The gambling landscape in Kenya is witnessing a notable shift from being a leisure activity to a significant economic contributor, albeit...
Feb 5, 20242 min read
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