Serious constraints prepared for fraudsters – the Bank of Lithuania proposes drastic changes
The Bank of Lithuania is proposing significant regulatory changes to protect customers from fraud, including requirements for banks to reimburse customer losses due to fraud.
Major banks negotiate measures to increase the responsibility of smaller institutions after the Master crisis
Major Brazilian banks are seeking regulatory changes to hold smaller financial institutions accountable after the Master bank crisis led to significant financial losses and institutional failures.
New contactless payment rule from March 19, 2026, affects all UK cards
A new regulation set to take effect in the UK on March 19, 2026, will allow banks to offer higher contactless payment limits and give customers more control over their card limits.
Reported Too Low Risks: ECB Imposes Millions in Fines on US Banking Giant J.P. Morgan
The European Central Bank has imposed fines totaling approximately 12.2 million euros on J.P. Morgan for underreporting risk-weighted assets.
Dollars from the Mattress: Caputo Pressures Banks and Brokerage Houses Can Accept Savings Directly
The Argentine government is facilitating efforts for individuals to deposit their hidden dollar savings directly into banks and brokerage houses without needing additional information, as part of a strategy to strengthen the economy.
The ECB penalizes JP Morgan with the largest fine it has imposed on a central bank
The European Central Bank has fined JP Morgan €12.2 million for misreporting risk, marking the largest fine imposed by the institution to date.
AADE: With one click, it will open the deposits
The Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) in Greece has introduced a new system that simplifies the process of lifting bank secrecy, expanding the scope of individuals subject to scrutiny for money laundering.
Central Bank decrees liquidation of Banco Pleno, which was part of Master
The Central Bank of Brazil has announced the judicial liquidation of Banco Pleno S.A., extending the same status to its affiliated company, Pleno Distribuidora, due to compliance and management issues.
From the central bank – a 90,000 euro fine for one bank
The central bank of Lithuania has fined 'Mano bankas' €90,000 for failing to manage informational and communication technology risks adequately after a targeted inspection revealed violations.
Nigeria: Sterling Financial Holdings Confirms Full Recapitalisation of Banking Subsidiaries
Sterling Financial Holdings has confirmed the full recapitalization of its banking subsidiaries in accordance with new regulatory requirements from Nigeria's central bank.
China expands oversight of major banks amid property sector risks
China is intensifying oversight of its major banks to mitigate financial risks associated with the property sector.
Increased competition in the banking market is key
The article discusses the significance of enhanced competition in the banking sector in Iceland.
Banks, credit card companies, insurers, and prepaid medical services must start issuing electronic invoices
A new regulation mandates banks, credit card issuers, insurers, prepaid medical services, and schools in Argentina to begin issuing electronic invoices from July 2026.
The president of Banco Sabadell warns that 'leftist' policies have worsened access to housing
The president of Banco Sabadell, Josep Oliu, claims that leftist policies have aggravated the housing access issue in Spain, calling for a complete re-evaluation of such measures.
Banco Master financed largest acquisition of critical mineral areas in the country
Banco Master has financed the largest acquisition of critical mineral areas in Brazil, highlighting concerns over the rapid rise of 3D Minerals.
Federal Police Director says Master case 'comes from previous administrations' at the Central Bank
The Director-General of the Federal Police, Andrei Rodrigues, indicated that the Master case is rooted in prior administrations at the Central Bank, but has been actively addressed under the current administration.
Master, BRB, your audits and rating agencies
In October 2024, many financial market participants received information revealing risky business practices by Bank Master, despite warnings from financial authorities.
Dose in the dose
The article discusses the controversial nature of the 'Katseli Law,' which has been a contentious point between banks and the European Union, necessitating its amendment or abolition in many memorandums due to its judicial redress of debts that contrasts with bank regulations.
Greek Banking Association: The vulnerable group of disabled people placed in the 1st category for Swiss franc regulation
The Greek Banking Association, in collaboration with the Ministry of National Economy and Finance, has announced the inclusion of people with disabilities in a beneficial financial category for Swiss franc conversions with a fixed interest rate of 2.3%.
The open war between the crypto industry and big banks has stalled the US law on digital assets
The 'Clarity Act' draft restricts interest payments on stablecoins, sparking outrage in the digital sector and halting its approval in the Senate.
The banking sector demands Brussels for a proposal for regulatory simplification that reduces capital requirements
European banks are urging Brussels to propose regulatory simplifications that would lower capital requirements, claiming they are at a disadvantage compared to U.S. banks by 140 billion euros in CET 1 ratio.
The U.S. banking sector suffers in the stock market due to Trump's new regulation on credit cards
U.S. bank stocks, including American Express and JP Morgan, have seen significant declines after Trump announced a plan to limit interest rates on credit cards.
Treasury has ‘limited grasp’ of concerns over booming shadow banking sector, peers say
UK Treasury officials are reportedly unaware of the risks posed by the rapidly growing shadow banking sector, according to a Lords committee report, which highlights the potential threats to financial stability.