FCA investigates collapsed lender MFS amid £1.3bn mortgage scandal
The UK's financial regulator has begun an investigation into the collapsed mortgage lender MFS, following allegations of fraud and a significant asset-freezing order against its founder.
Manitoba electricity hikes set by provincial regulator for three years
The Manitoba Public Utilities Board has approved a series of electricity rate increases over the next three years to address financial pressures from drought and infrastructure needs.
Live: Power bills forecast to drop amid greater take-up of solar, home batteries
Power bills in New South Wales, south-east Queensland, and South Australia are projected to decrease due to increased adoption of solar energy and home batteries, according to the Australian Energy Regulator's draft market offer.
Forbes: Roskomnadzor is Unable to Block the Internet in Russia?
A Forbes report states that the Russian telecommunications regulator, Roskomnadzor, has lost control over its blocking equipment, leading to increased availability of previously restricted content in Russia.
Hennig-Kloska: ETS must be gentler, but we will not leave it
A report discusses the inability of the Russian telecommunications regulator, Roskomnadzor, to effectively block unwanted online content amid claims of increased accessibility to previously banned sites.
Filip Elżanowski: Dispute Over the Interpretation of Price Law Provisions
A recent announcement by Poland's energy market regulator has sparked controversy within the electricity sector regarding the interpretation of price law provisions related to the pricing difference fund.
Albanese unveils new national fuel supply taskforce
Australia has established a new national fuel supply taskforce to address potential oil supply issues due to the war in the Middle East, led by former energy regulator chief Anthea Harris.
Re-defining Nigeria’s fintech regulator-regulatee relationship
Nigeria's fintech sector is experiencing significant growth, requiring a collaborative approach between regulators and innovators for sustained development.
US financial regulator issues long-awaited cryptocurrency guidance
The US SEC has issued new guidance categorizing cryptocurrencies and detailing how certain assets can be treated under securities laws.
Canada Energy Regulator projects power generation surge, wind a major source
The Canada Energy Regulator forecasts a significant surge in power generation in Canada by 2050, largely driven by growing demand from AI data centres and an increased reliance on wind energy.
Côte d'Ivoire: the regulator of the cashew sector extends measures to secure the sector
The Ivorian regulator extends measures to prioritize local companies in purchasing cashew nuts to strengthen the sector.
South Africa: Eskom Electricity Tariffs Going Up 8.76 Percent From April
Eskom is set to increase electricity tariffs by 8.76% starting from April 2026, as approved by South Africa's energy regulator, Nersa.
Kenya: Bill Proposes AI Regulator, Sh5mn Fine for Offenders
A proposed bill in Kenya aims to establish an Artificial Intelligence Commissioner and impose penalties for non-compliance with AI regulations.
Child abuse material ‘systemic’ on Elon Musk’s X amid Grok scandal, Australian online safety regulator warned
The Australian eSafety regulator warned that child abuse material is systemic and more accessible on Elon Musk's platform X, amidst concerns over the Grok chatbot scandal.
US media regulator threatens broadcasters with license loss for 'false' war coverage
A high-ranking US broadcasting regulator threatened media outlets over negative coverage of the Middle East war, coinciding with President Donald Trump's criticisms of 'fake news' media.
Charges laid in Toronto-area zipline accident that sent child to hospital
Ontario's public safety regulator has charged a trampoline park operator with running an unauthorized zipline that resulted in a child's hospitalization.
Ofgem issues 'concerning' Iran War alert over impact on energy bill costs
The UK energy regulator, Ofgem, has alerted consumers about potential increases in energy prices due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, particularly related to the situation in Iran.
Tesla becomes an electricity provider in Britain
The UK's energy regulator Ofgem has granted Tesla a license to supply electricity to households and businesses throughout Great Britain.
South Africa: Court to Decide on Matric Result Publication - South African News Briefs - March 13, 2026
South Africa's Information Regulator is awaiting a court decision on its appeal regarding the publication of matric results, which it argues violates the Protection of Personal Information Act.
Pensions warning in UK issued as thousands lost from savings
The UK pensions watchdog has issued a severe warning about scammers draining retirement funds, indicating that around £500,000 has already been lost.
J.D. Tuccille: The global threat to free speech has a British accent
The article discusses the British internet regulator Ofcom's ambitions to censor American websites, highlighting resistance from a lawyer and the challenges of enforcing such regulations.
Big tech given warning - and deadline - by UK regulator
UK regulators have issued a deadline for tech companies to enhance online protections for children following a failed bid to ban social media for users under 16.
URE calls on Tauron, PGE, Enea, and Energa to refund money for price freezing
The Polish energy regulator URE has mandated several energy companies to return money related to price freezing compensation contributions, citing discrepancies in their calculations.
Commercial rat baits to be banned from supermarket shelves
Australia's pesticide regulator is banning certain rat baits from retail sale, allowing them only to licensed pest controllers.
SEC cracks down on unregistered digital platforms
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) of Nigeria has launched its first Regulator/FinTech Clinic to enhance collaboration with the FinTech sector and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
Russia’s Antitrust Agency Confirms Advertising Ban on Telegram, Meta Platforms and YouTube
Russia's antitrust agency has announced a ban on advertising via platforms like Telegram, YouTube, and Instagram, citing ongoing restrictions placed on these services by the state communications regulator.
All JetBlue airline planes grounded by the American regulator
All planes of the low-cost airline JetBlue are grounded following a request from the airline itself, confirmed by the FAA without specified reasons.
Queensland workplace safety regulator 'captured' by CFMEU, inquiry hears
An inquiry into the CFMEU alleges that Workplace Health and Safety Queensland was manipulated by the union during the previous Labor government.
Are Japan's Nuclear Power Plants Safe? The Reason Behind the Former Regulator's 'Strong Sense of Fear'
Former chair of Japan's Nuclear Regulatory Authority expresses profound fears regarding the safety of nuclear power plants as the memory of the Fukushima accident fades.
Top US banks weigh suing federal regulator over crypto banking rules
Major US banks are contemplating a lawsuit against a federal regulator over new licensing rules for crypto and fintech companies that they argue jeopardize consumer safety and the financial system.
China’s securities regulator vows tougher oversight to shore up stock-market confidence
China's securities regulator has announced plans for stricter oversight and measures to enhance stock market confidence, with a focus on fraud prevention and corporate governance.
Major Tasmanian smelter faces shutdown after failure to lodge financial reports
Liberty Bell Bay smelter in Tasmania risks shutdown due to five years of unfiled financial reports and the corporate regulator's move to wind up the business.
South East Water fined £22m for repeated supply failures
South East Water has been fined £22 million by the Ofwat regulator due to repeated failures in water supply affecting thousands of households and businesses in Kent and Sussex.
Breaking: Antibiotic licence for salmon farming revoked over 'unacceptable risk'
Australia's veterinary regulator has revoked the salmon industry's permit to use the antibiotic florfenicol due to concerns over the risk of residue exposure to other species.
Australian regulator delays ban on lead plumbing products
The Australian Building Codes Board has extended the deadline for banning lead-containing plumbing products by two years, allowing continued installation in homes and schools until 2028.
Travellers hit by Middle East conflict told 'check' in insurance regulator update
Britons impacted by the Middle East conflict are urged to review their insurance coverage as the regulator issues warnings about claims related to war and conflict.
Leonardo's Clock: Regulator of Time
An exhibition at Museo Leonardo3 showcases a mechanical clock designed by Leonardo da Vinci, which will be activated in a public event on March 5.
What to know as ASIC takes Budget Direct owner to court
Australia's financial regulator is suing Auto and General, the underwriter of Budget Direct, over allegations of misleading advertising that resulted in financial losses for thousands of customers.
Plaintiffs 'merely take the regulator's judgment at face value' - Request to suspend operations at Shikoku Electric's Ikata Nuclear Power Plant rejected
The Yamaguchi District Court has dismissed a request from local residents to suspend the operations of the Ikata Nuclear Power Plant, leading plaintiffs to criticize the reliance on the nuclear regulator's safety judgments.
Migraine pills 'restore patient's life' as thousands benefit from first-ever tablets
New migraine pills offered by the NHS are proving to be life-changing for many, according to a health regulator.
Exact date of next Ofgem energy price cap change for 2026
The UK energy regulator, Ofgem, will announce the new energy price cap this week, which will take effect on April 1, 2026, potentially affecting household energy costs.
Revelation after the Chatra incident... Is aviation safety being managed with vacant posts?
A tragic air ambulance crash in Chatra, Jharkhand, killed seven people and raised questions about the adequacy of staffing within India's aviation regulator, DGCA.
Britain's 'worst' broadband confirmed - where does your provider rank on the list?
A recent report by UK regulator Ofcom ranks major broadband providers based on customer complaints, revealing TalkTalk, Vodafone, and EE as the poorest performers.
'Your word against his': Women's complaints against surgeon dismissed by regulator
Complaints from multiple women about a gynaecologist's questionable practices were dismissed by Australia's medical regulator, AHPRA, prompting concerns from senior medical professionals.
Porn company handed record fine by UK regulator for failing to verify ages
A UK porn company was fined £1.35 million by Ofcom for failing to implement age verification checks as required by the Online Safety Act.
Anvisa determines the recall of antibiotic after bottle exchange in batch
The Brazilian health regulator Anvisa has ordered the recall and immediate suspension of the injectable antibiotic Kefadim due to a packaging error that led to the mislabeling of its contents.
No need for 'magic words' as energy regulator flags major hardship overhaul
The Australian Energy Regulator has proposed significant reforms to help struggling electricity customers by mandating retailers to assist them without requiring proof of hardship.
Public Transport Tickets in Île-de-France: Regulator Forces IDFM to Open Sale of Navigo Passes to SNCF and RATP
The transport regulatory authority has ordered Île-de-France Mobilités to allow SNCF and RATP to sell Navigo passes, enhancing competition and access to digital tickets.
UK clinical trial into puberty blockers paused after medicines regulator raises concerns
A UK clinical trial on puberty blockers for children has been paused following concerns from the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency about potential long-term biological harms.
Roskomnadzor Accuses Telegram of Enabling Black Market of Personal Data
Russia's media regulator has accused Telegram of enabling a black market for personal data by failing to eliminate third-party services that sell such information.