Fintech in Canada Q3 2024

Written By Matthew Flynn, Simon Grant, Kim Lawton, Cheryl Woodin, Robert Staley and Doug Fenton
November 7, 2024

The Canadian regulatory landscape continues to evolve with significant updates from the Canadian Securities Administrators and the Bank of Canada. Our Q3 2024 update provides a deep dive into crucial regulatory developments affecting the industry, identifying key guidance to help navigate these intricate regulatory changes seamlessly. We also comment on some notable themes our Fintech group encountered at this year’s Money2020.

Key topics include:

  • stablecoin regulation and deadline extension for crypto-trading platforms to delist stablecoins;
  • enhanced due diligence and transparency requirements for crypto platforms;
  • payment service provider (PSPs) registration for continued operation and compliance; and
  • guidance for PSPs on understanding registration requirements.

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Key Contacts

Kim  Lawton
Kim Lawton
Partner
Cheryl M. Woodin
Cheryl M. Woodin
Co-Head of Litigation and Dispute Resolution Department; Co-Head of Class Actions Practice
Robert W. Staley
Robert W. Staley
Vice Chair and Partner
Doug  Fenton
Doug Fenton
Associate

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