CogniCurrent Icon

COGNICURRENT

A compact global news feed for the bigger picture.

โŒ•
Regions
Topics
Saved views:
Save your current filters to revisit or share.
24 stories
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Palantir extends reach into British state as it gets access to sensitive FCA data

Palantir has secured a contract to access sensitive Financial Conduct Authority data to aid in tackling financial crime in the UK.

Mar 22 โ€ข 16:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

FCA deal gives Palantir yet more access to inner workings of power in Britain

Palantir has secured a contract with the UK's Financial Conduct Authority, enhancing its access to the financial services sector's extensive data.

Mar 22 โ€ข 16:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

UK banks keep ยฃ100 limit for contactless card payments despite FCA scrapping it

UK banks have decided to maintain the ยฃ100 limit on contactless card payments despite the Financial Conduct Authority's removal of the cap, citing a lack of consumer demand for higher limits.

Mar 19 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Agency: 'Meta' has difficulties limiting illegal financial instrument advertisements in the UK

A report by the UK's Financial Conduct Authority reveals that Meta's platforms published over a thousand ads for currency trading and complex financial instruments, many of which were unauthorized.

Mar 19 โ€ข 04:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

NIK Conducts Control at NBP That May Last a Year - Established by 'Rzeczpospolita'. Consequences of Polish SAFE 0%?

The Supreme Audit Office (NIK) is set to conduct an unprecedented year-long audit of the National Bank of Poland (NBP), focusing on the bank's financial management and adherence to new auditing principles.

Mar 19 โ€ข 03:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

New rules for Nationwide, HSBC, Natwest, TSB and Santander customers this week

UK banks, including Nationwide and HSBC, are implementing new contactless payment rule changes allowing firms to set their own limits starting Thursday.

Mar 18 โ€ข 11:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

Contactless payment change explained as two key concerns raised by experts

The UK is set to remove the ยฃ100 cap on contactless card payments starting March 19, allowing for higher transactions but raising concerns about potential fraud and debt risks.

Mar 16 โ€ข 16:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The Financial Supervisory Service's Special Judicial Police will conduct an immediate investigation into stock price manipulation cases without prosecutor supervision

South Korea's Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) is now authorized to independently investigate stock price manipulation cases, streamlining the process and reducing the risk of evidence tampering.

Mar 16 โ€ข 05:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Major update on contactless โ€˜change next week' from Lloyds, HSBC, Santander, Barclays, Natwest

UK banks are set to change contactless payment limits from ยฃ100, allowing for potentially higher amounts based on bank discretion starting next Thursday.

Mar 13 โ€ข 10:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

BUK probes student over online misconduct allegations

Bayero University Kano is investigating a student accused of online impersonation and financial scams based on public commentary and social media reports.

Mar 11 โ€ข 14:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Changes Approved in Government Job Rules by CM Yogi

The Uttar Pradesh government has implemented significant changes to the rules governing government employees, focusing on enhancing transparency in their financial dealings and investments.

Mar 11 โ€ข 03:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

AD FEATURE: Brits who bought car finance may be owed ยฃ1,400 as ยฃ8.2bn payout scheme nears

UK car buyers mis-sold finance products between 2007 and 2024 may be entitled to compensation averaging ยฃ1,400, as a major payout scheme approaches.

Mar 10 โ€ข 14:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Financier Crispin Odey takes FCA to court over exclusion from City

Crispin Odey, a financier facing multiple allegations of sexual misconduct, is suing the FCA for banning him from the financial services industry after being fined for lack of integrity during investigations.

Mar 10 โ€ข 08:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: JL1 of Wednesday, February 25, 2026

A CPI session in Brazil escalated into a physical confrontation while discussing sensitive political issues, including the financial conduct of public figures and various interventions by politicians.

Feb 26 โ€ข 19:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

New contactless card rule in March 2026 'date set'

A new rule changing the cap on contactless card payments in the UK will be implemented from March 2026, allowing banks to set higher limits if they choose.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Sports

Man City handed 115 charges boost as former Premier League chief spots major hint

Manchester City continues to secure new sponsorship deals despite facing 115 charges from the Premier League, indicating ongoing confidence in the club amidst serious allegations.

Feb 23 โ€ข 18:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Bank accounts, the Revenue Agency's checks start: here is what will guide the searches of the Tax Authorities

The Italian Revenue Agency is set to conduct extensive checks on citizens' bank accounts in search of undeclared income as part of its organizational plan for 2026-2028.

Feb 19 โ€ข 20:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
National & Local

'Reckless' ex-Carillion boss fined ยฃ237,700 by regulator

Richard Howson, the former CEO of Carillion, has been fined ยฃ237,700 by the Financial Conduct Authority for misleading communications regarding the company's financials prior to its collapse in 2018.

Feb 16 โ€ข 12:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

The Ministry of Health has agreed with the Latvian Medical Association to seek financial opportunities to establish a Disciplinary Council

The Latvian Ministry of Health and the Latvian Medical Association aim to create a Disciplinary Council to address ethical and professional conduct breaches among healthcare professionals.

Feb 11 โ€ข 14:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Buy now, pay later shake-up with stricter checks from July confirmed

Changes to buy now, pay later schemes will ensure stricter affordability checks and improved customer support starting July 15, 2026.

Feb 11 โ€ข 00:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Agent from the Central Bank who made an error in the Master case will be held accountable for conduct, says President of the TCU

Brazil's TCU president announced that Central Bank agents will be held accountable for errors made during the liquidation of the Master bank.

Feb 10 โ€ข 18:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Lib Dems urge FCA to investigate Peter Mandelson over potential insider trading

The Liberal Democrats have called for an investigation into Peter Mandelson by the UK's Financial Conduct Authority due to allegations of insider trading related to leaked government information.

Feb 7 โ€ข 08:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

All UK homeowners urged to make simple check now

Experts are advising UK homeowners to conduct a simple check to ensure their properties are not located in flood risk zones, which could prevent financial losses due to inadequate insurance coverage following severe weather events.

Jan 16 โ€ข 13:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
Crime & Justice

UK law firms get ready for crackdown on money laundering

UK law firms are preparing for new anti-money laundering regulations as the Financial Conduct Authority takes on the role of the sector's watchdog, threatening stricter penalties and changes in the industry.

Jan 1 โ€ข 15:16 UTC

Story in context

Loading Intelligence...

๐Ÿ“ก

Select a report from the feed to view analysis and related coverage.