May 23, 2025
Buy-Now-Pay-Later gets real: what the 2025 draft Order means for short-term interest-free credit – and why firms must start planning now
Five years on from the Treasury’s initial pledge, Parliament now has the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (Regulated Activities etc.) (Amendment) Order 2025 on its table
Read MoreMay 23, 2025
FCA Regulatory Brief – Priority Actions for Firms 9 May – 22 May 2025
The FCA’s announcements between 9 May – 22 May 2025 underscore three immediate themes for regulated firms
Read MoreMay 12, 2025
FCA Regulatory Brief – Priority Actions for Firms
The FCA's recent activities highlight its focus on several key areas: conduct and culture, tech adoption, data and reporting efficiency, and global reach. The blog emphasizes that firms should proactively align with these themes to prepare for future supervision.
Read MoreMarch 24, 2025
Preparing for Future Challenges: Emerging UK Crypto Regulations and Strategic Planning
In the concluding part of our series, we shift focus to tomorrow’s regulatory environment—including pending legislation, potential expanded authorisation requirements, and international alignment trends.
Read MoreMarch 17, 2025
Achieving FCA Compliance in the UK Crypto Sector: Registration, Best Practices, and Case Studies
Having explored the regulatory foundations in our first article, we now turn to the nuts and bolts of achieving FCA compliance.
Read MoreMarch 7, 2025
Navigating the UK Crypto Landscape: Key Definitions and Regulatory Overview
The United Kingdom has a rapidly evolving crypto market with growing consumer interest. Yet, despite increased adoption, many crypto businesses and investors remain uncertain about the rules governing this space.
Read MoreFebruary 21, 2025
Financial Promotions Under Scrutiny: FCA Doubles Down on Compliance Enforcement
The financial services landscape is witnessing unprecedented regulatory scrutiny, with the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) significantly intensifying its oversight of financial promotions. In a striking development, nearly 20,000 financial promotions were withdrawn or amended in 2024—representing a dramatic doubling of regulatory interventions compared to the previous year.
Read MoreFebruary 20, 2025
FCA Announces Payment Services Authorisation Information Sessions
The FCA Payment Services Authorisation Information Session will take place on 9 May 2025 in Stratford, with a virtual session in June. This event is essential for payments and e-money firms seeking FCA authorisation, as well as advisory firms supporting the sector.
Read MoreJanuary 23, 2025
FCA Announces Significant Changes to Authorisation Process - January 2025 Update from MEMA Consultants
In a landmark announcement, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has unveiled substantial changes to its authorisation process, demonstrating a clear commitment to supporting growth in the UK financial services sector. As your trusted regulatory partner, MEMA Consultants brings you a detailed analysis of these important developments.
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