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UK toughens stance on children’s use of phones and social media
Latest moves focus on keeping children safe online and encouraging healthy habits when using smartphones and social media.
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New EU Code of Practice targets AI-generated content
The code aims to support compliance with the EU’s AI Act.
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FCA work in review: December 4-10, 2025
Our weekly roundup of the latest news and developments from the FCA.
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Fintech Connect 2025: Leveraging finfluencer marketing without compromising compliance
Panel at Fintech Connect 2025 in London discussed the role and impact of ‘finfluencers’, and how to regulate unauthorized digital content.
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Banks must do more to prevent romance fraud, says FCA
The FCA’s review of romance fraud cases in the UK suggests measures for detection, prevention and supporting victims. We summarise the key findings.
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TikTok exposing children to porn is in breach of UK law, new report says
Researchers set up accounts pretending to be 13-year olds and set relevant filters, but were still able to see pornographic content due to TikTok’s algorithm. Legal experts believe this violates the UK’s Online Safety Act.
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Geopolitical tension a key risk driver for 2025 and beyond
ESMA’s report highlights cyber and hybrid threats, equity and crypto valuations as key risk areas, but points to market resilience and increased investor confidence.
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ASIC roundup: frozen funds, and life insurers urged to step up practices
The Australian Securities & Investments Commission’s latest actions and news, August 18 – 22, 2025.