Tag: Regulation
Artem Lyashanov: a close look on DORA provisions, EU and Ukrainian experience
January 17, 2025 was a deadline for the implementation of the new Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) in the EU. This regulatory act establishes a number of important requirements financial institutions are obliged to follow – both EU residents and companies with a different registration, but which provide their services on the EU territory. Including…
The Impact of Regulatory Frameworks on Fintech Growth in Emerging Markets
Emerging markets have become a hub for fintech innovation. With their growing economies and youthful populations, these regions present significant opportunities. However, regulatory frameworks in these markets vary widely, influencing how fintech companies evolve and scale. Supportive Regulations: A Catalyst for Growth Supportive regulations can significantly enhance fintech growth. They encourage innovation, attract investment, and…
Navigating the complex world of gambling regulations and market dynamics
By Denys Melnykov, CBDO and co-founder at Corefy. My co-founder recently shared a conversation on the topic you can see in the headline, and asked my opinion on how to constantly push boundaries to expand and grow in the gambling industry. I think that question strikes a chord with a lot of people. The challenge…
Keeping Consumers in the Know: How SCA Awareness Benefits Merchants
When the new Strong Customer Authentication (SCA) regulations were put in place, the goal was clear – reducing ecommerce fraud. But the two-factor authentication has also created significant friction in the customer journey. Merchants are trying to navigate the new regulations and ease the process, but there are gaps in customers’ awareness of the new…
The Reason Why China Will Fail at Banning Bitcoin Again…
Guest post by Elena Obukhova, Founder & CEO at FAS | Fintech Advisory Services All the news outlets are saying China banned Bitcoin, but does this ban actually change anything? Let’s start with remembering what Bitcoin is. It is a decentralized peer-to-peer currency that was designed to give people financial freedom. The immutability of Bitcoin…
An opportunity to create an ecosystem that will allow EU Fintechs to thrive
Guest post by Antonio Lanotte on the EU’s proposed legal framework on AI: how is it an opportunity to create an ecosystem that will allow European fintechs to thrive? Introduction After more than 18 months of the pandemic, there are two main but connected takeaways from the Covid-19. On the one side, the increased importance…
