Unlock Efficiency: Simplifying Regulatory Reporting

EMIR as a set of rules contains many provisions, including but not limited to conduct rules for Central Clearing Counterparties, provisions mandating the clearing of certain OTC derivatives, treatment of derivatives traded on EEA and third country venues, risk mitigation techniques for OTC derivatives uncleared by a CCP, and a reporting obligation. In December 2024 regulation EU 2024/2987 came into effect. The aforesaid regulation amends EMIR in significant ways and…

MAP FinTech is featured in the latest Compliance & RegTech special issue of Gold Magazine (February 2025 issue). The article highlights our continued efforts in regulatory technology, providing financial institutions with innovative RegTech solutions. It covers our recent milestones, including the expansion of our global reporting solutions, seamless adaptation to regulatory updates, and ongoing commitment to supporting clients with best-in-class technology. Our participation in key industry events and recognition through…

MAP FinTech is proud to be a key sponsor of the Annual General Meeting of the Association of Cyprus International Financial Firms (ACIFF), taking place on Thursday, 6 March 2025, from 17:30 to 18:30 via Teams. This virtual event will feature distinguished speakers, including Dr. George Theocharides, Chairman of the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), and Mr. George Karatzias, Executive Member of the Board of Directors at the Central…

  As the global focus on reducing carbon emissions and the transition towards renewable energy sources, Virtual Power Purchase Agreements (VPPAs) or Financial Power Purchase Agreements (FPPAs) have emerged as a mechanism for companies aiming to meet sustainability targets and mitigate energy price volatility. This blog explores these instruments, their regulatory reporting obligations, and how MAP FinTech can assist clients in navigating this complex landscape   What Are Virtual Power…

In today’s dynamic global financial environment, regulatory compliance remains a critical focus for financial institutions. Frameworks like the Common Reporting Standard (CRS) and the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA) are pivotal in the fight against tax evasion, promoting greater transparency in cross-border financial transactions. Yet, for institutions operating across multiple jurisdictions, navigating these regulations can be a complex and resource-intensive challenge. The Growing Complexity of Compliance The landscape of…

Entering 2025, the RegTech sector is looking ahead to new challenges and opportunities that will drive its continued growth in the coming year. With strong growth predicted for RegTech firms, what key trends are expected to stand out in the market this year? FinTech Global recently interviewed several industry players in the RegTech sector to gain insight into the dominant shifts anticipated in 2025. Luis F. Parra, UK Director at…

  As we have already noted in a previous blog post, with the departure of the UK from the EU, it was expected that at some point the transaction reporting regimes of both jurisdictions would begin to diverge. Now it appears that this process is picking up steam, as the FCA and ESMA are consulting for changes to the MiFIR transaction reporting regime. See our blog post on ESMA’s MiFIR…

  As we have already noted in a previous blog post, with the departure of the UK from the EU, it was expected that at some point the transaction reporting regimes of both jurisdictions would begin to diverge. Now it appears that this process is picking up steam, as the FCA and ESMA are consulting for changes to their respective MiFIR transaction reporting regime. The FCA is also consulting on…