Latest Market News

Jan 18
What additional measures of vigilance does an intermediary need to take in respect of ‘politically exposed persons’

The FSMA is launching a series of animated films (available in French and Dutch only) about the rules intended to combat money laundering and terrorist financing. The films are intended to help insurance intermediaries to apply the anti-money laundering rules correctly. Via a new series of animated films, the FSMA seeks to raise the awareness […]

Jan 18
Public takeover bid by Whitestone Partners on Evadix

This press release is not available in English. Please consult the French or Dutch site. Source: FSMA

Jan 18
FCA confirms approach to European firms temporarily operating in the UK

European firms wishing to remain in the temporary permissions regime (TPR) need to meet the FCA’s standards to continue operating in the UK. The regime was designed to ensure that European firms operating in the UK via a passport when the Brexit transition period ended could continue operating temporarily while they seek full authorisation in the UK. The TPR should only be used by firms who want to operate in the UK in the long-term and meet the standards to do so. […]

Jan 18
ProKidney set to go public after SPAC merger that values combined company at $2.6 billion

ProKidney LP, a cellular therapeutics company focused on kidney disease, announced an agreement to merge with special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) Social Capital Suvretta Holdings Corp. III DNAC, +0.32% in a deal that values the combined company at $2.64 billion. The deal, which will take ProKidney public, is expected to provide $825 million in cash […]

Jan 18
Canadian securities regulators issue warning about fraudulent investment solicitations involving crypto assets

Montréal – The Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) warns the public about investment schemes involving fraudulent websites that solicit investments in foreign exchange (often referred to as “forex”), binary options and/or crypto assets.  In particular, fraudsters continue to capitalize on market interest in crypto assets to lure investors into scams, using high-pressure sales tactics and promises […]

Jan 18
Bitcoin hodlers ‘under siege’ at $42K as 30% of BTC supply flips from profit to loss

Bitcoin (BTC) hodlers face a crucial week in more ways than one as $42,000 rekindles a familiar battle. As noted by on-chain analytics firm Glassnode on Monday, 30% of the BTC supply is now at a loss — historically, this has been a key number to defend for bulls. Mixed opinions on rebound chances Bitcoin’s […]