Publications

Article 02 Jun 2021 - 9 minutes read

Human Trafficking Background and Impacts on Financial Institutions

Due to the increase in technology capabilities, human traffickers have become smarter which has made identifying Human Trafficking red flags even more imperative for Financial Institutions. Negligence in correctly identify Human Trafficking could lead to negative reputational risk and large fines.

Article 12 Apr 2021 - 14 minutes read

Disruptive Fintech during the Covid 19 pandemic

Traditional financial services are constantly disrupted with the acceleration of technology. Fintech evolution has shifted client banking preferences to a more convenient, easily accessible digital experience. Sia Partners highlights where Fintechs have caused disruption in traditional banks.

Article 02 Apr 2021 - 5 minutes read

ESG data market: changes and challenges for financial players

The rapidly changing regulatory environment and investors' expectations regarding sustainability highlight the importance of data and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) ratings. Here we will provide updates on changes to the ESG data market, and challenges for financial services.

Article 24 Mar 2021 - 13 minutes read

Investing in the Digital Age: Retail Traders and Fintech Impact

FinTech and Social Media are driving high investment volumes and high volatility in the markets. What are the consequences? How should institutional investors and brokerage firms deal with these new market phenomena?

Article 16 Mar 2021 - 6 minutes read

Sustainability: Evolution of Regulatory developments

As a function of the European Green Deal, existing regulations closely correlated to the NFRD-SFDR-Taxonomy triptych will be amended.

Article 09 Mar 2021 - 7 minutes read

Green Finance: Investors' transparency requirements

Following COP 21 and the Paris Agreements in 2015, efforts related to sustainable finance have been particularly focused on environmental impact, also known as "green finance". The first work on this subject dates back to January 2018 with the final report of the HLEG (High Level Expert Group).