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Seven Banks Collaborate with UK Law Enforcement to Combat ‘Dirty Money’

FinTelegram tamir - July 28, 2024

The fight against money laundering is high on the international community's agenda. In a groundbreaking initiative, seven major banks, including Barclays, Lloyds, and NatWest, are sharing customer data with the UK’s National Crime Agency (NCA) to combat organized crime, fraud, and money laundering. This project is the largest of its kind globally and aims to curb the flow of illicit funds through Britain, Reuters reports.

FinTech Pioneer Revolut Targets $40 Billion Valuation in Employee Share Sale Despite Missing Bank License!

Fintech tamir - June 21, 2024

According to a recent Financial Times report, the UK fintech giant Revolut is aiming for a valuation exceeding $40 billion in an upcoming share sale, according to insiders. This move would solidify its status as Europe’s most valuable startup. The high rating is somewhat surprising given the fact that the UK regulators have so far refused to grant Revolut the requested banking license. Its competitors, Monzo and Starling, have secured banking licensesw a few years ago already.

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