French markets regulator backs extension of short-selling ban
“I would probably be in favour of extending [the ban],” says chairman of the AMF.
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France warns UK to avoid Brexit derivatives clash
AMF wants Britain to guard against potential for arbitrage opportunities.
How France’s regulator is leading the way in fintech innovation
The rise of fintech cannot be ignored and France is taking bold and necessary steps to harness it.
Country spotlight: France – la vie en rose
The French fintech market is going full speed ahead.
France set to regulate ICOs
New action plan for business growth and transformation Act will be introduced by the end of 2018.
Singapore and France boost fintech ties
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has signed agreements with France’s Autorité de Contrôle Prudentiel et de Résolution (ACPR) and the Autorité des Marchés Financiers (AMF) to enhance fintech co-operation between both countries. ACPR is responsible for supervising the banking and insurance sectors in France, while AMF is an independent public authority responsible for ensuring […]
EU securities financing regulation imminent
On 12 January new EU regulations on securities financing will take effect. Local regulators including France’s AMF have warned financial institutions to be ready for the new rules, which require greater transparency.
French regulator raises temperature of debate in London
A heated argument that erupted between panellists at an event in London yesterday signals deep divides in Europe over the role that financial regulators should take as France and Germany introduce their own national rules.
