ESG whistleblower Desiree Fixler leaves FCA committee
Desiree Fixler, who exposed alleged greenwashing at DWS, steps down from the FCA's ESG advisory body. Discover the implications for UK financial regulation.
Desiree Fixler, who exposed alleged greenwashing at DWS, steps down from the FCA's ESG advisory body. Discover the implications for UK financial regulation.
Bill Kingdom, the influential civil servant who shaped the UK's Financial Conduct Authority, has died at 78. Read about his pivotal role in financial regulation.
Pharmacy experts raise alarm over low-dose iron products sold in UK supermarkets and online, calling for stricter regulation to protect consumers from misleading claims.
Elon Musk's X platform hit with a €120m EU fine for deceptive verification badges and lack of ad transparency under the Digital Services Act. Read the full ruling details.
UK regulators have torn up the rulebook for building societies, removing key lending limits to drive growth. Discover how this deregulation will impact mutuals and the housing market.
The Bank of England and FCA join the City Minister in Rochdale to launch a regulatory overhaul and new support unit, aiming to help mutuals and co-operatives grow.
A wave of new rules from the FCA, SEC, and ESMA is set to transform private equity and venture capital by 2026. Discover the key changes and how firms must prepare now.
Ofcom issues a £1m fine to a pornography company for weak age checks. As threats like deepfakes and AI chatbots grow, experts demand faster action to protect children online. Read the full analysis.
Shadow Chancellor Mel Stride criticises the FCA for not probing Treasury Budget leaks, warning of a dangerous precedent. Read the full details of the political row.
Shadow Chancellor Mel Stride warns UK financial sector risks drifting without radical deregulation. Calls for a 'bonfire of rules' to turbocharge City banks after Autumn Budget reprieve.
The Financial Conduct Authority has rejected calls for an immediate investigation into Chancellor Rachel Reeves over pre-budget briefings but will review a Treasury leak inquiry. Full story on the market manipulation claims.
The London Stock Exchange's Pisces market moves forward as Apex Group is appointed Registered Auction Agent, verifying investors and ensuring compliance for private company share trading.
The FCA launches its first AI live testing scheme with NatWest and Monzo. The initiative aims to ensure safe AI deployment in UK financial markets. Read the full story.
A legal battle over a 68p bid has frozen the FCA's bond market data contract, exposing flaws in procurement and delaying vital reforms. Discover the full story and its implications.
The City watchdog has ended the freeze on motor finance complaints earlier than planned. Discover the new deadlines and the multi-billion pound implications for lenders and consumers.
Australia's eSafety Commissioner, Julie Inman Grant, defends the nation's Online Safety Act against US criticism, highlighting its role in protecting citizens from online harm. Read the full story.
JP Jenkins partners with Sapphire Capital, leveraging its new Pisces licence to offer liquidity for private firms like Moju. A major step for UK's private share trading.
US Senator Bernie Sanders issues a stark warning on AI's dangers to jobs, democracy, and the environment. He calls for immediate Congressional action to regulate the technology before it's too late.
The Bank of England plans to lower capital requirements for major UK lenders, aiming to boost loans to households and firms. Stress tests show top banks can withstand a severe downturn.
The Financial Conduct Authority will now oversee ESG ratings agencies to tackle transparency and conflict of interest concerns. A consultation is open until March 2026.
Revolut faces scrutiny after failing to inform UK watchdogs that CEO Nik Storonsky shifted his residency to the UAE. The fintech giant insists the move doesn't affect management.
Exclusive investigation reveals unlicensed weight-loss drugs being sold by companies with glowing Trustpilot reviews. Experts warn of serious health risks and call for urgent online regulation.
US regulator FDA announces major overhaul of vaccine approval process following COVID-19 review. New protocols aim to strengthen public trust in immunisation programmes.
SNP demands FCA investigation into Treasury's £20bn fiscal hole claims as OBR reveals no shortfall existed. Read the latest on Budget controversy.
New research reveals premium mineral sunscreens contain unlisted chemical filters, challenging 'natural' marketing claims. Discover what's really in your SPF protection.
As Black Friday approaches, experts warn parents against AI toys after a smart bear discussed kink and bondage. Learn why the £16.7bn market faces calls for urgent regulation.
Australian regulator cracks down on high-risk lending as property prices surge. New rules limit mortgages over 6x income to protect financial stability and affordability.
Hotel billionaire Surinder Arora pledges to recalibrate his Heathrow West proposal after government backs HAL's £49bn third runway plan. Will competition drive better value?
European and American authorities are rolling back AI regulations to boost innovation, while Nvidia's record earnings suggest the AI boom continues. Discover the global shift in tech policy.
City watchdog makes inquiries into WH Smith's accounting blunder that wiped £600m off market value. Read the latest on the retailer's strategic shift.