Structured Whistle Blowing
A certain individual in my previous life, who bore a strong resemblance to Attila the Hun, was fond of saying: “One cannot be a little pregnant.” He was, of course, referring to small […]
Crypto transfers: new client information requirements coming for CASPs and intermediaries
The ‘travel rule’ means CASPs and FSPs cannot initiate a crypto asset transfer unless they can transmit prescribed information.
Read moreCPD Update
The March edition of the ASISA publication “In the Loop” contains the following information regarding CPD developments: The FSB published a draft, redesigned, Determination of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) on 19 December 2011. […]
Section 14A Debarments
The ASISA publication contains a wealth of useful information: ASISA Members reported that section 14A debarments continue to be a very long process. Employers are at risk when appointing or dealing with persons […]
Vat hom Ouboet!
This weekend, the Kings face yet another steep hurdle, playing the Brumbies in Canberra. Jake White has already indicated that he will not select an “underweight” side, knowing how physical the Kings are. […]
Teacher or Educator?
Teacher or Educator? According to a news report, a certain private school in Newcastle upon Tyne was recently faced with a unique problem. A number of 12-year-old girls were beginning to use lipstick […]
Nog opsies na 31 Maart 2013
A skryf as volg: Dankie vir al die handige inligting wat ons gereeld van Moonstone ontvang en op julle webtuiste verskyn. Ek hoop jy kan dalk advies gee of my verwys na iemand […]
Alternative Options after 31 March 2013
Question: I am an FSP, and some of my reps failed to pass the RE 5. Am I allowed to remove all other licence categories, barring Categories 1.1 (Assistance policies) and 1.19 (Friendly […]
Transfer Frustrations – Section 14
An irate client, who also happens to be an experienced financial advisor, copied me in on a letter to a product provider. It expresses the feelings of so many others who have shared […]
Not quite the Two Oceans
The Blitszbokke finally came right. What is more, they did it against New Zealand, a side that seem to have a mental stranglehold on them. Hopefully this will pump them up to improve […]
Dave Barry on his colonoscopy experience
We publish our annual placing of the award-winning column by Dave Barry on his colonoscopy experience We also test your brightness before you hit the weekend. Try this quiz: How bright are you […]
Investors take on Product House
An interesting court case is due on 6 May, when investors in an imploded investment scheme take on one of the major life offices. According to a Business Day report, the main complaint […]
FSB RE Preparation Workshops
The FSB, assisted by industry experts, presented a regulatory exam preparation workshop on 22 February, primarily to assist those who needed to pass the exams before the end of March. We believe it […]
Check your Licence
When last did you look at your licence document? You know, the one displayed against your wall, flanked by your RE1 and RE 5 certificates? Many people, when they first applied, added everything, […]
Dis ‘n Slagveld
Hierdie week se voorskou fokus amper meer op wie nié kan speel nie, as die spanne se samestelling self. Bulle lyk Beter Die span vir Saterdag se wedstryd teen die Brumbies is aansienlik […]
