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The Payments Newsletter including Digital Assets & Blockchain, October 2025
Key developments of interest over the last month include: the Australian Government consulting on draft legislation to regulate digital asset platforms and tokenised custody services; the UK and U.S. governments launching a Transatlantic Taskforce to align digital asset and capital markets regulation; and the Financial Stability Board warning that G20 cross-border payment targets are unlikely to be met by 2027....By: Hogan Lovells
Key Takeaways - From Web3 to Wall Street: Fundamentals of the Digital Asset Treasury Model in the Crypto Era
Amid the evolving Web3 and crypto ecosystem, a growing number of companies are navigating the path from decentralized startup to operating a digital asset treasury (DAT) model within a publicly traded company....By: Fenwick & West LLP
The SEC in 2025: Investment Adviser Misconduct, Fraud by Foreign Companies, and Crypto Define Agency's Focus
A look back at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Paul Atkins' first six months shows that the emphasis on garden variety fraud, insider trading, and basic regulatory requirements violations by registered entities defined the Division of Enforcement’s focus on intentional misconduct with clear investor harm....By: Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP
Navigating the SEC's Potential Shift to Semi-Annual Reporting: Key Considerations for Corporate Leaders
At the direction of President Trump, the Securities and Exchange Commission appears poised to propose rules that, if adopted, would permit at least some U.S. public companies to report financial results to the SEC on a semi-annual basis instead of quarterly, as currently required....By: Jones Day
September 2025 Consumer Litigation Filings: Mixed Bag
According to a recent report by WebRecon, court filings under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) rose by double digits while litigation under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) trended slightly down. Complaints filed with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) saw a modest increase....By: Troutman Pepper Locke
Turbo Group – A practical application of recent restructuring plan developments
The English High Court last week published its judgment ([2025] EWHC 2678 (Ch)) in respect of its sanction on 9 July 2025 of the inter-conditional restructuring plans proposed by thirteen Turbo Group companies under Part 26A of the Companies Act 2006 (the plans)....By: Hogan Lovells
Call for Action No. 8: Incentivise the Retrofit Revolution
Across the UK, owners and developers of subprime office buildings face a paradox: they are ready to invest in meaningful upgrades, but the system seems designed to penalise rather than support them. Outdated tax structures and regulatory barriers create financial headwinds that make it harder to retrofit ageing stock – even when the appetite is there....By: McGuireWoods LLP
Outbound Investment Security Program Implications for Private Fund Sponsors and Investors
The U.S. government’s Outbound Investment Security Program, stemming from Executive Order 14105 issued in August 2023 and finalized in the Treasury’s rules effective Jan. 2, 2025, reflects ever-increasing U.S. governmental concerns at the intersection of global capital flows and national security. The OISP targets U.S. investments in sensitive technologies in “countries of concern,” primarily the People’s Republic of China (including Hong Kong and Macau), but it doesn’t just add another layer of...By: Robinson Bradshaw
HPE NYC 2025: Inside the healthcare dealmaking outlook
On October 16, global law firm McDermott Will & Schulte showcased its premier series for healthcare dealmakers in the heart of New York City. Held at The Glasshouse, Healthcare Private Equity (HPE) NYC 2025 brought together hundreds of industry players for a dynamic series of engaging panels and networking opportunities. Sessions offered insights and forward-looking perspectives on various topics, including the current state of the market, the increasing role of AI in healthcare, and healthcare...By: McDermott Will & Schulte
White House to Nominate Michael Selig as CFTC Chair, Federal Reserve Considers ‘Skinny’ Master Account and SEC Clarifies Regulatory Authority
Members of Congress and the financial services regulators demonstrated continued attention to market structure legislation, stablecoins and tokenization. Michael Selig was nominated to serve as CFTC Chair, with Caroline Pham continuing as Acting Chair pending confirmation....By: Paul Hastings LLP
Crypto Quarterly: Digital Assets, Blockchain, and Related Technologies Update
The landscape of government enforcement, private litigation, and federal and state regulation of DIGITAL ASSETS, BLOCKCHAIN, AND RELATED TECHNOLOGIES is constantly evolving. Each quarter, Ropes & Gray attorneys analyze government enforcement and private litigation actions, rulings, settlements, and other key developments in this space. We distill the flood of industry headlines so that you can identify and manage risk more effectively. Below are the takeaways from this quarter’s review...By: Ropes & Gray LLP
September 2025 Litigation Update: TCPA and FDCPA Filings Sharply Rise as CFPB Complaints Continue to Climb
Following a brief decline in August, consumer litigation has regained momentum in September. WebRecon’s latest data shows that filings under the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) and the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) rose significantly in September. Although Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) cases dipped slightly, year-over-year comparisons confirm sustained litigation growth across all three statutes relative to September 2024. Complaints to the Consumer Financial Protection...By: Shipkevich PLLC
[Video] Innovation in Compliance: Adam Goslin on Navigating Security and Compliance in the Digital World
Innovation occurs across many areas, and compliance professionals need not only to be ready for it but also to embrace it. Join Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, as he visits with top innovative minds, thinkers, and creators in the award-winning Innovation in Compliance podcast. In this episode, host Tom Fox welcomes Adam Goslin, a seasoned IT professional who transitioned from developer to VP of IT and Infrastructure, and co-founded Total Compliance Tracking. Adam and Tom address the...By: Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist
Bermuda’s new Beneficial Ownership Act 2025 - what you need to know
Briefing Summary: The Beneficial Ownership Act 2025 (the “BO Act”) received Royal Assent on 28 September 2025 and is anticipated to come into force on or around 3 November 2025. The BO Act replaces the previous beneficial ownership regime in Bermuda and significantly expands beneficial ownership transparency requirements to align with international standards....By: Carey Olsen
FCA Clarifies Aspects of the Consumer Duty, Sets Out Priorities and Plans Further Consultations
The Consumer Duty (the Duty) remains one of the key priorities for the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) under its 2025-2030 Strategy. It was introduced to strengthen protection for retail consumers who may lack expertise and bargaining power. The Duty imposes a higher standard of care on firms, requiring them to act in a manner that delivers good outcomes for consumers....By: Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP
Client Advisory: OFAC Sanctions Russian Oil Giants, Targets Energy and Military Industrial Base Under Executive Order 14024
On October 22, 2025, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) announced sweeping new sanctions targeting Russia’s energy sector, citing the Kremlin’s continued refusal to engage in good-faith negotiations to end the war in Ukraine. The action designates Russia’s two largest oil companies, Rosneft Oil Company (Rosneft) and Lukoil OAO (Lukoil), along with dozens of their subsidiaries, pursuant to Executive Order 14024....By: Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP
Healthcare & Life Sciences Private Equity Deal Tracker: Vance Street Invests in MRPC
Vance Street Capital has announced a partnership with Molded Rubber and Plastic Corp. (MRPC)....By: McGuireWoods LLP
Lessons From the U.K.: Potential Reforms to Canadian Banks’ Fraud Prevention Responsibilities
Fraud rates continue to rise in Canada, with recent Statistics Canada data showing a 12% increase in police-reported fraud from 2022 to 2023. This statistic relates to general fraud, which excludes fraud with a specific identity information component (namely, identity theft and identity fraud). One of the most common types of banking-related fraud is authorized push payment (APP) fraud. APP fraud occurs when a fraudster manipulates a victim into transferring money to the fraudster’s bank account...By: Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
[Video] Compliance Tip of the Day - Sharing Information
Welcome to “Compliance Tip of the Day,” the podcast that brings you daily insights and practical advice for navigating the ever-evolving landscape of compliance and regulatory requirements. Whether you’re a seasoned compliance professional or just starting your journey, we aim to provide you with bite-sized, actionable tips to help you stay on top of your compliance game. Join us as we explore the latest industry trends, share best practices, and demystify complex compliance issues to keep your...By: Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist
[Audio] Quarterly Insights: Driving Through Q2 Auto Finance Data — Moving the Metal: The Auto Finance Podcast
In this episode of Moving the Metal: The Auto Finance Podcast, hosts Brooke Conkle and Chris Capurso dive into the latest Experian auto finance quarterly report to explore the latest trends in auto finance for the second quarter of 2025. They discuss key findings, including the rise in new and used vehicle financing, shifts in market share among banks, captives, and credit unions, and the surprising increase in loan amounts and monthly payments. The conversation also covers the growing trend of...By: Troutman Pepper Locke
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