Regulatory Initiatives for Investment Managers in 2026-2027: The Future of AIFMD Repeal and Replacement
The regulatory landscape for Alternative Investment Fund Managers (AIFMs) in the UK is set for significant change in 2026 and 2027, with the repeal and replacement of the Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive (AIFMD).
The Current SFDR Regime and Upcoming Changes with SFDR 2.0: What You Need to Know
The Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) is one of the pillars of sustainable finance in Europe. Its main objective is to increase the transparency of financial products in terms of sustainability, to help investors make informed decisions and combat greenwashing.
Leo RegTech 2025: A Year of Growth & Innovation
Leo RegTech reflects on a transformative 2025, highlighting significant growth, innovative product launches, industry recognition, and the expansion of its ecosystem. With 44% more clients, new AI-driven tools, and strategic partnerships, Leo continues to simplify compliance and empower firms globally.
UK AML/CFT 2025: Key Milestones and Supervisory Reforms
The UK’s Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing (AML/CFT) landscape in 2025 is undergoing one of its most significant shifts in over a decade. Following years of fragmented supervision, uneven enforcement, and increasing pressure from international bodies such as the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), the UK has moved decisively toward a more integrated, technology-enabled, and outcomes-focused regulatory model.
AML Responsibilities for ARs: What You Need to Know
AML is a term we hopefully all understand. Its premise is to be aware of where a client’s money is coming from so that businesses can avoid being complicit to financial crime.
There is confusion surrounding who holds the responsibility to conduct AML checks when operating as an Appointed Representative (AR),
FCA’s AI Push Meets EU Crackdown: Your 2025 Survival Guide for Compliance Success
Picture this: It’s the end of Q3 2025, and your compliance team is buried under a mountain of manual audits, while a rival firm uses AI to flag AML risks in seconds. Who’s ahead? With the EU AI Act’s August milestones now live and the FCA doubling down on pro-innovation AI strategies, the question isn’t if AI will transform compliance; it’s how you’ll harness it without tripping over regulatory tripwires.
RegTech and SM&CR: Automating Senior Manager Accountability in a Post-FCA Crackdown Era
In an era of heightened regulatory scrutiny, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) have ramped up enforcement under the Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SM&CR), with fines surging dramatically. As the regime evolves through ongoing reviews, RegTech solutions are emerging as game-changers. These technologies promise to streamline compliance, reduce burdens, and shield firms from penalties.
Breaking the Compliance Bottleneck: How Regulatory Hosting Is Reshaping UK Market Entry
Times are changing, technology keeps on growing, and regulators are getting stricter. Launching a financial services business in the UK presents a host of regulatory challenges, particularly for smaller firms and non-UK entities. Gaining direct authorisation from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) can be a time-consuming, resource-heavy process.
The Future of Compliance: Reinventing KYC & AML in the UK
The FCA has amplified its enforcement activity and global AML software spending is surging. At the same time, £88 billion is now laundered through the UK annually, reinforcing the need to modernise KYC/AML systems—or risk falling behind and facing reputation damage
Leading Through Regulation: UK Crypto in 2025 and Beyond
With 12% of UK adults now holding cryptoassets, the UK has emerged as a global leader in digital asset adoption. But with growth comes responsibility—and regulation. HM Treasury’s draft legislation and the FCA’s latest consultation papers mark a turning point, setting the stage for a fully regulated crypto sector by 2026.
