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We distil and translate the latest developments in public policy, regulation and governance


The U.S. Approach to the Regulation of Digital Asset Regulatory Framework
Executive Summary The year 2025 represents a watershed moment for digital asset regulation in the United States, marked by the...
James Ross
Aug 126 min read


The United Kingdom's Strategy for Digital Assets and Financial Market Regulation
Executive Summary The United Kingdom government has initiated a comprehensive, multi-year strategy to re-engineer its financial services...
James Ross
Aug 106 min read


Global Regulatory Developments in Digital Assets and Markets: H1 2025 Strategic Impact Analysis
Executive Summary The first half of 2025 represents a pivotal inflexion point for the digital asset sector, characterised by a structural...
James Ross
Aug 108 min read


July Global Regulatory Developments Report
Global Regulatory Developments: July Executive Summary July marked a period of intense regulatory activity across the globe,...
James Ross
Jul 313 min read


Global Digital Markets Regulation Intensifies in May with Focus on Stablecoins, Market Structure, and CBDCs
Global efforts to establish clear regulatory frameworks for digital assets gained significant momentum in May, with a concentrated focus...
James Ross
Jun 24 min read


Global Regulatory Developments - March 2025
March 2025 witnessed significant regulatory advancements in the global financial sector, particularly concerning digital finance. Key...
James Ross
Apr 27 min read


Navigating the Shifting Sands: A Deep Dive into the EBA's 2025 Work Program and its Implications for Financial Institutions
The European Banking Authority (EBA) has released its work program for 2025, signalling a significant shift in the regulatory landscape...
James Ross
Oct 7, 20243 min read


ESMA's 2025 Agenda: A Deep Dive into Issuer Disclosure and Beyond - Part 3
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has unveiled its 2025 work program, setting a demanding agenda for financial firms...
James Ross
Oct 4, 20243 min read


ESMA's 2025 Agenda: A Deep Dive into Impacts for Investment Managers and Service Providers - Part 2
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has set an ambitious agenda for 2025, with significant implications for investment...
James Ross
Oct 3, 20242 min read


ESMA's 2025 Work Program: A Comprehensive Guide for Financial Firms Part One
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has set an ambitious agenda for 2025, with a work program that covers a wide range...
James Ross
Oct 2, 202414 min read


Decoding DeFi: ESMA Sheds Light on Smart Contract Complexity
The world of Decentralised Finance (DeFi) is booming and powered by the innovative capabilities of smart contracts. However, the rapid...
James Ross
Aug 2, 20242 min read


DORA Pillar 2: ICT Incident Reporting - Your Resilience Roadmap
In the second part of this 4-part series of blogs, we will be delving into DORA pillar 2. The risk of Information and Communication...
James Ross
Jul 20, 20243 min read


New Fed Proposal to Tackle "Too Big to Fail" Risks: A Step Towards a More Resilient Financial System?
The 2007 financial crisis highlighted the dangers of "Too Big to Fail" (TBTF) financial institutions. These behemoths so interconnected...
James Ross
Jul 13, 20242 min read
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