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The Bank of Israel released a preliminary Digital Shekel design for public comment – a real opportunity for competition and...

Last week, the Bank of Israel published a preliminary design of the central bank’s Digital Shekel system. In a detailed document, holding more than 100 pages, the Bank of Israel presents guiding principles and a work plan for...more

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Navigating the New Digital Currency Guidelines in Hawaii: Opportunities for Fintech Innovation

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The recent issuance of guidance regarding digital currency activities in Hawaii marks a significant milestone for Fintech companies and startups operating in or considering expansion into the Aloha State. Effective July 1,...more

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Financial institutions general regulatory news, September 2020

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SMCR extension: SI extending implementation date made - The Bank of England and Financial Services Act 2016 (Commencement No. 6 and Transitional Provisions) (Amendment) Regulations 2020 (SI 2020/929) have been made....more

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SEC Launches FinHub

On October 18, the SEC announced the launch of a new Strategic Hub for Innovation and Financial Technology (the “FinHub”). The FinHub provides an online portal for market participants to engage with the SEC on a range of...more

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U.S. Moves Ahead with Federal “Fintech Sandbox” — CFPB Announces Creation of Office of Innovation

In an effort to promote the development of new financial technology (fintech) products, Mick Mulvaney, acting director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), announced last week the creation of the Office of...more

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FinTech Highlights from CFTC Chairman Giancarlo’s Testimony Before House Agricultural Committee

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Earlier this week, CFTC Chairman Christopher Giancarlo testified before the House Agricultural Committee. The following are highlights of “Fin Tech” issues addressed during the course of that testimony....more

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Blockchain Week in Review – May 2017 #4

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Below is a summary of some of the significant legal and regulatory actions that occurred over the past week. This alert is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all such developments, but rather a selection of...more

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UK regulatory innovation: So what's the Plan?

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In its 2015 Productivity Plan, the government committed to working with UK regulators to publish Innovation Plans setting out how legislation and enforcement frameworks could adapt to emerging technologies and disruptive...more

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