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The Verkhovna Rada supported the transition from free travel for beneficiaries to targeted payments and electronic tracking. The law will enter into force on July 1, 2028.
The Verkhovna Rada supported, as a basis, two bills for Ukraine’s accession to SEPA. Euro transfers could become cheaper, while the monitoring threshold will rise to UAH 550,000.
Entrepreneurs demand that criminal cases not be used to pressure businesses and that tax errors be distinguished from intentional crimes.
Santiago Peña left office after the collapse of ueno, which blocked the accounts of around 3 million customers. His resignation must be approved by the Senate.
Credit Mutuel Arkea reported a loss of about €100 million due to fraudulent transfers. Customers’ accounts were not affected; an investigation is ongoing.
Tips are considered income and are taxed at a rate of 23%. If the funds are transferred to a personal card, the recipient pays the taxes.
The funds of deceased Russians without heirs will be transferred to the budget over a period of five years. A special registry will be created for this purpose.
Members of Parliament supported a 170,000-hryvnia fine for the Territorial Recruitment and Social Support Centers for illegally registering citizens for military service. The provision is not yet in effect.
The Verkhovna Rada adopted a law against illegal transactions involving cards, accounts, and wallets. Drop schemes are punishable by a fine of up to 170,000 hryvnias or up to 6 years in prison.
A total of 265 MPs voted for the bill. The additional more than UAH 50 billion is planned to be allocated to security and defense, but banks warn of risks to lending.
The network is linked to the fire at the Carfil factory in Brașov on September 14. Its coordinators may have been planning acts of sabotage in Romania and neighboring countries.
An expert explained what consequences attacks on Russian banks’ data centers could have for Russia’s banking system and economy.
During the next plenary week, the Verkhovna Rada will consider the 2027 budget and a number of laws to fulfill commitments to the EU and the IMF. The anti-corruption strategy may be withdrawn due to a lack of votes, putting €18 billion from the EU at risk.
Customer funds in banks increased, primarily due to households. Financial institutions expect an increase in deposit rates and the cost of funding.
Tensions in relationships, finances, and society are forecast for October 19–25. The astrologer advises checking documents and postponing risky decisions.
In Lviv, police are investigating thefts and fraud against three patrons of nightclubs. Seventeen searches were conducted, and digital evidence was seized.
Of the UAH 117. 2 million in bail payments, only UAH 18.9 million was received by the HACC. Lawyers report refusals, returned funds, and blocked accounts.
The NBU has put around 400,000 2,000-hryvnia banknotes featuring Vasyl Stus into circulation. They account for only 0.01%.
EU banks will verify citizenship, check sanctions lists, and review clients’ virtual IBANs. The rules may take effect after approval by the European Commission.
The Bank of England selected four animal species for the new series of banknotes following a vote by nearly 500,000 people. The design will be developed over several years.
Fraudsters report an alleged detention of a relative and demand money. The Cyber Police identified the typical signs of the scam and offered advice.
Ukrainian military forces struck a Russian Buk-M3, a base for attack UAVs, an electronic warfare station, telecommunications nodes and repair units.
The President of South Korea ordered an investigation into data leaks at banks and government institutions. The regulator is strengthening cybersecurity due to possible AI attacks.
European banks are increasingly blocking accounts and checking clients with Russian passports. Russia has been added to the list of countries with high money-laundering risks.
Fraudulent call centers sending out messages about fake winnings were shut down in Dnipro. Police seized money, weapons, and equipment.
In Kyiv, disruptions to fare payment services may occur from 10:00 p. m. until the first half of September 30. The Kyiv City State Administration advises paying by card or purchasing trips in advance.
The court upheld Iryna Mudra’s complaint regarding the possible blocking of bail payments. The NBU must check the banks and report within 24 hours.
Access to pension funds may be restricted by a bank, an enforcement officer, or the Pension Fund of Ukraine. We explain the reasons for the block and the procedure for restoring payments.
A debtor may choose one seized account and spend up to UAH 17,294 per month. To do so, they must submit an application to the enforcement officer.
Monaco's regulator has tightened bank checks due to FATF requirements. Banks are closing the accounts of clients who have not confirmed the source of their funds.