FinTech
Private Banking In Switzerland
Switzerland is called the launching pad for products such as wealth management and private banking. Currently, Swiss banks offer them in different formats. Wealth management can be an option within the private banking services, or...
How Shipping & Forwarding Works in the EU
The shipping & forwarding industry in the EU is booming which is why quite a few entrepreneurs are considering opening a freight forwarding business in this jurisdiction. However, starting a shipping & forwarding
Invest in ICO? Learn How to Conduct a Security Check First
Today, huge numbers of people are wishing to register a company under ICO, as well as obtain a license for cryptocurrencies. This number has reached almost a record level thanks to the active assistance of...
Owning & Acquiring Banking Institutions in Great Britain
As per recently amended UK legislation, individuals seeking to purchase stakes or voting rights in British banking institutions (or a holding entity they are part of) must give advance notice to and receive
Acquiring & Owning Banking Institutions in the State of Sweden
Reliable & efficient financing systems are an essential component of any successful economy. The secret to Sweden’s prosperity lies in the fact that its financial system is managed by highly effective banking &
Having a Fund Licensed in the Caymans
Considering starting a business in the Caymans ? In this article we will be looking into legal aspects of obtaining a fund license in the Cayman Islands.
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How Fintech Is Regulated in Australia
Australia's fintech sector has been growing at an unprecedented rate recently. What used to be an unimpressive cloister of miniscule startups has grown into a full-fledged and expansive ecosystem. Australian regulators are working
Using Blockchain in the Financial Sector
Blockchain technology has the potential to give an impetus to the development of an entire range of new industries. Therefore, companies seeking to engage in cryptocurrency business in the US (and worldwide) are
Executing an ICO in the US
All those trading in cryptoassets in the US were taken completely by surprise by the SEC’s recent decision to consider cryptocurrencies securities. But here an important reservation needs to be made
Cryptocurrencies in Switzerland
There is a huge number of assets nowadays, ranging from ordinary money to all kinds of securities. However, their use or sale can cause their holders certain difficulties. Following the first application of
Fintech Climate in Czech Republic
The fintech sector in the Czech Republic is growing in a frantic pace. The local market has helpfully opened its doors not only to large players who have recently logged in and work
Features of the digital markets functioning in the United Kingdom
In our era of universal integration, in recent years especially, there has been a steady increase in interest among foreign businessmen in doing business through the registration of a fintech company in the
Long Live the Bitcoin! Virtual Currencies Gain Popularity in the UK
In this article, we will try to figure out what causes a stunning and constantly growing interest in virtual currencies, in particular, Bitcoin, and why registering a company for working with cryptocurrency
US Lawmakers Seeking SEC Clarification on ICO Regulations
A group of US senators have forwarded a letter to the Head of the SEC requesting the latter to provide clarification on whether ICOs can be regarded securities, and if so, whether trading
SEC & ICO
Founded by US Congress in 1934, the SEC is primarily charged with making sure that statements filed by corporate entities comply with respective regulations and that issuers of securities do not breach the
Updated Regulations for CFD & Forex Traders
Given the recent proposals issued by chief regulators of financial services in the EU, MFSA released a statement about proposed changes to the rules for obtaining a Forex license in Malta.
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A Sector of Prosperity or Singapore Banking
Let’s assume that some 20 years ago you would consider establishing an affiliation of your bank in a foreign country, what country would be your top of mind? Most probably, your top rate
How ICO Get Structured in the Cayman Islands
Businesses pondering undertaking ICOs are facing 2 important questions:
Which jurisdiction should they pick?
How should an ICO be structured?
When it comes to
A Guide to German Crypto License Applications
After several years of ups and downs of cryptocurrencies, one can now speak about the emerging sphere of crypto asset management , although the process of its evolution is still ongoing.
Legal Framework Governing Cryptocurrencies in Austria
Unlike conventional currency exchanges, cryptocurrency exchanges are decentralized, which is why governments or banking institutions are unable to exercise control over their transactions or act as intermediaries. Everyone who is somehow involved with
E-Money Institution Authorisations in Ireland
If you are interested in obtaining an EMI license in European countries, take a closer look at Ireland. The setup of an Irish fintech company is a great solution for the following reasons:
How Fintech is Regulated in Liechtenstein
Liechtenstein is a synonym of luxury and prestige, and it is also called ‘the tax paradise’. Naturally, this country has a highly developed financial sector and a large number of foreign enterprises successfully
How Virtual Currencies Get Regulated in Switzerland
Switzerland’s Zug is where the Crypto Valley came into being once. It also hosts a large and thriving community of cryptocurrency companies. The city is a genuine mecca for investors seeking to register
Cryptoassets for investment and financing in Singapore
As far the Public Securities Association is concerned, investors are not divided into any categories. In its turn, the SAT classifies investors into 4 major groups. The first one is called “retail customers” and it...
Fintech and cryptobusiness regulation in USA
Finance and technology are those industries that have long been flourishing separately on their own. What can happen if they become connected? Nowadays, we just see the results of the connection. The area
Is a cryptocurrency a New Tool for Investors and Financiers in Japan?
A cryptocurrency has a number of attributes which help the regulators of cryptocassets in Japan conclude whether it falls within a specific country’s jurisdiction. The main ones are defined in the
Regulations Governing the Banking Sector in the UAE
Planning on applying for a banking license in the UAE? Considering setting up a bank in the UAE? We strongly recommend that you take a closer look at the statutes and regulations
Having in mind to set up a bank in the United Kingdom?
Here’s our step-by-step guide how to start banking in the UK smoothly
Companies entering or expanding into the UK’s banking sector should be aware of the
ICO Launch Support & Management Services
Initial Coin Offering (ICO) is a crowdfunding method to raise money for development and expansion of business through offering digital assets for sale to potential investors.
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Digital financial service technologies in Singapore
Striking the eye of financial society, digital currency became a trend in the end of 2017 and caused global regulation transformation to ensure consumers safety and slacken money laundering processes.
SEC FinTech Forum or Future financial service technologies and guiding juridical principles
The FinTech Forum, held by the US Securities Exchange Commission (SEC) on May 31st, 2019, highlighted two key-notes of technological development – blockchain and distributed ledger technology and cryptocurrencies (e.g. Bitcoin, Ether).
Cryptocurrency Regulation in Southeast Asia
Many governments and regulators in different countries around the world have published guidelines or established their respective regulatory frameworks for cryptocurrencies and initial coin offerings (“ICOs”), despite of the general drop in cryptocurrency
