In the latest issue of InBusiness, Demetris Taxitaris, CEO of MAP S.Platis Group, outlines Group services and competitive advantages and explains that thanks to the Group's vast regulatory compliance expertise, multi-level knowhow and innovative solution capability, it can support any client needs efficiently and effectively. Demetris also refers … [Read more...] about MAP S.Platis Group: Equipped with expertise and knowhow
Cybersecurity & Operational Resilience
Suitability Assessment and the Upcoming Supervisory Review
Recently, the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) announced that it is launching a Common Supervisory Action (CSA) with national competent authorities concerning the application of MiFID II suitability rules. The purpose of the CSA is to promote common supervisory approaches throughout the EU. ESMA notes that the suitability … [Read more...] about Suitability Assessment and the Upcoming Supervisory Review
Summary of recent EU regulatory developments in response to COVID-19
Ever since the escalation of the COVID-19 outbreak in Europe, the status quo in the EU’s investment services sector and capital markets has dramatically changed. New developments emerge on an almost daily basis, while the industry is experiencing a major turmoil. Below we summarise the most important EU regulatory developments that have occurred in … [Read more...] about Summary of recent EU regulatory developments in response to COVID-19
COVID-19: MAP S.Platis Group client update
Further to the recent developments and in compliance with the measures taken by the Cyprus Government to prevent the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19), we would like to reassure you that MAP S.Platis Group has taken all the necessary precautionary measures to mitigate risk and safeguard the health and well-being of all stakeholders – clients, … [Read more...] about COVID-19: MAP S.Platis Group client update
COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Pandemic Response in Financial Services
The World Health Organisation (“WHO”) has now officially classified the COVID-19 outbreak as a Pandemic. This means that there is evidence of uncontrolled spread from human to human in multiple countries within a WHO region and in two or more regions. Cyprus government announced proactive drastic measures in order to protect and inform its … [Read more...] about COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Pandemic Response in Financial Services