Warning Savings protection Warning The AMF and the ACPR warn the public against the activities of several entities offering investments in Forex and in crypto-assets derivatives in France without being authorized to do so

1.1 Fri 29/10/2021 - 12:00 Reference texts article 223-1 du règlement général de l’AMF Book 1 Recommendation Closing of the 2021 financial statements and financial statements examination work Closing of the 2021…

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In this blog, Governor Gabriel Makhlouf writes about the development of the Digital Euro and how central banks foster trust and safety in the financial system and in the implementation of projects like the Digital Euro.

The European Banking Authority (EBA) today launched a public consultation on draft Regulatory Technical Standards (RTS) and Implementing Technical Standards (ITS) concerning material acquisitions, material transfers of assets or liabilities, and mergers and divisions involving credit institutions or (mixed) financial holding companies under the Capital Requirements Directive (CRD). The standards are designed to support banking consolidation and deepen EU market integration by clarifying supervisory expectations, reducing regulatory uncertainty and ensuring consistent prudential assessment across the EU. The consultation runs until 5 March 2026.

The FCA has launched a consultation on proposals to reduce the administrative fee for overdue or late regulatory returns from £250 to £100. The changes aim to make it fairer and more proportionate, particularly for smaller firms and those with limited resources.Since the fee was introduced, we’ve made major changes to processes, including how fees are paid, as well as launching My FCA earlier this year. This has resulted in an increased compliance rate amongst firms and reflects the positive impact of our continuous improvements. My FCA has now been used by 80% of firms.Under our new proposals, we’re proposing to provide clearer guidance and improved notifications, helping firms understand the process and avoid unnecessary admin fees.We’re also proposing to remove 3 more data collections for insurance firms that are no longer needed.The consultation reflects our ongoing commitment on continuously improving regulatory processes. Our proposals demonstrate a smarter approach to regulation by streamlining compliance and reducing firm burdens.For more information and to respond to the consultation, please review theDecember 2025 QCP chapter on Late Fee Reduction.

on 1 december 2025, the commission de surveillance du secteur financier (cssf) announced the launch of its 2025 annual aml/cft questionnaire on 23 february 2026. this initiative aims to gather standardised information on money laundering and terrorism financing risks faced by entities under cssf supervision, as well as the measures implemented to mitigate these risks. the questionnaire is a key component of the cssf's risk-based supervision approach for combating financial crime. key details: submission deadline: responses must be submitted via the cssf edesk platform by 3 april 2026. changes in 2025 questionnaire: updates and new questions have been incorporated, with changes clearly marked. responsibility for completion: the compliance officer in charge of the day-to-day compliance (rc) or the person responsible for overall compliance (rr) must ensure the questionnaire is completed. delegation to another employee or third party is permitted, but ultimate responsibility remains with the rc or rr. all involved must have an edesk account authenticated via luxtrust. api solution: the application programming interface (api) remains available for submissions, with a user guide accessible on the cssf website. additional ad hoc questionnaire: in the first half of 2026, the cssf will release an additional questionnaire targeting credit and financial institutions. this will collect data to assist the european anti-money laundering authority (amla) in selecting entities for direct supervision starting 1 january 2028. amla plans to directly oversee 40 entities, with the selection process occurring in 2027. entities are encouraged to ensure their edesk accounts are active to avoid connectivity issues. cssf’s press release can be found here

ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE FINANCIAL SERVICES AND MARKETS AUTHORITY, PUBLISHED IN APPLICATION OF ARTICLE 78 OF THE LAW OF 21 NOVEMBER 2017Trading in the financial instruments of Wereldhave Belgium, ISIN BE0003724383, on Euronext Brussels will re-open on 03/12/2025 at 14:00 CET.

ICMA is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Hans-Joerg Rudloff, who served as Chairman of the International Capital Market Association from June 2005 to May 2011. A defining figure in the development of the international capital markets, he was widely regarded as one of the founding fathers of the Eurobond market and a central architect of its modern form.Mr Rudloff’s contribution to global finance spanned nearly five decades. His career began at Credit Suisse in Geneva in 1965, followed by more than a decade at Kidder Peabody in New York. He returned to Credit Suisse in 1980, a period in which the Eurobond market expanded rapidly, multiplying tenfold over the decade and reshaping international funding practices.As ICMA Chairman, Mr Rudloff guided the Association through a period of exceptional change. His tenure encompassed the global financial crisis, a time that demanded clarity of purpose and firm stewardship. Under his leadership, ICMA divested its commercial operations and refocused its mission on strengthening market standards, improving efficiency in cross-border securities markets, and reinforcing the importance of sound practices across primary, secondary, and repo markets. His influence helped set the direction for the modern ICMA: a public-interest body committed to resilient, well-functioning international capital markets.Even after stepping down from ICMA in 2011 and retiring from investment banking in 2014, Mr Rudloff remained active in the industry. His impact on market structure, on generations of practitioners, and on ICMA’s evolution will be long-lasting.ICMA extends its condolences to his family, friends, and former colleagues. We honour his leadership, his vision for the international capital markets, and his significant contribution to the Association’s history.

On 28 November 2025, the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) issued a public statement in relation to the technical specifications concerning the implementation of certain data standards and formats requirements under the Markets in Crypto Assets Regulation (MiCA). ESMA has also issued MiCA order book and records keeping message specifications

The Board of Directors of the Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority FINMA has extended Beat Fellmann’s term of office by one year until the end of 2026.

November 24, Chicago – NFA has ordered Rimar Capital Limited Partnership (Rimar LP), a former NFA Member commodity pool operator located in Netanya, Israel, not to reapply for NFA membership or act as a principal of an NFA Member at any time in the future. NFA also ordered Ryan Philip Gordon, a prior associated person and principal of Rimar LP and former NFA Associate, not to reapply for NFA membership or act as a principal of an NFA Member for two years and to pay a $75,000 fine if he seeks NFA membership or principal status following the two-year period.