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AI supply chain attack puts over 2,500 organizations at risk
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21 August, 2026

AI supply chain attack puts over 2,500 organizations at risk

A major LiteLLM supply chain attack may have exposed more than 2,500 organizations, as malware embedded in the AI tool...
South Korea to block prediction market platform Polymarket
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21 August, 2026

South Korea to block prediction market platform Polymarket

South Korea blocks access to Polymarket, citing illegal gambling laws. The action adds to 33 countries restricting the digital prediction...
Austria sanctions Bitpanda, first penalty under MiCA
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21 August, 2026

Austria sanctions Bitpanda, first penalty under MiCA

Bitpanda is facing a €70,000 fine over MiCA violations, marking the first penalty under the EU's digital currency regulation framework.
Mobile payments up in UK but debit cards remain king—for now
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20 August, 2026

Mobile payments up in UK but debit cards remain king—for now

Debit cards remain the U.K.’s most-used payment method as remote banking and contactless services continue to gain popularity, according to...
Ireland unveils AML plan with tougher crypto, travel rule measures
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20 August, 2026

Ireland unveils AML plan with tougher crypto, travel rule measures

Ireland launches its national AML strategy, adding enhanced checks for private crypto wallet transfers and stricter due diligence on overseas...
Philippines to make national ID verification mandatory for banks
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20 August, 2026

Philippines to make national ID verification mandatory for banks

The Philippines' central bank mandates PhilSys ID authentication for banks to enhance customer verification and promote financial inclusion.