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🌍 Emerald Zebra News: EU Payments & FinTech Regulation – What’s Next in 2026
The EU is entering a pivotal regulatory phase with PSD3, PSR and MiCA driving major changes across payments and crypto markets. As 2026 approaches, FinTechs, EMIs and iGaming operators face increased compliance demands, renewed focus on fraud prevention and open banking, and a surge in specialist hiring across AML, risk and regulatory roles.
Case Study: Tax Manager
A well-established professional services firm in Nicosia partnered with Emerald Zebra to hire a Tax Manager to strengthen its corporate and fiduciary advisory team. This case study shows how we delivered a culturally aligned, technically strong tax professional in just two weeks, supporting the firm’s long-term growth strategy.
Case Study: Marketing Compliance Officer
A global online brokerage partnered with Emerald Zebra to hire a Marketing Compliance Officer to oversee affiliate, influencer, and digital marketing activity. This case study highlights how we sourced a candidate with the rare blend of regulatory knowledge and marketing awareness needed to support compliant growth in a highly regulated fintech environment.
Case Study: Product Designer
A European SaaS company in Limassol partnered with Emerald Zebra to hire a senior Product Designer to lead UX/UI across web and mobile platforms. This case study shows how we sourced a user-focused designer with the right balance of creativity, research, and product ownership to help reshape the company’s visual language and user experience.
Case Study: Senior AML Onboarding Specialist
A leading payments provider in Limassol partnered with Emerald Zebra to hire a Senior AML Onboarding Specialist to strengthen their First Line of Defence team. With a focus on high-risk client onboarding, Enhanced Due Diligence, and team mentorship, this case study shows how our specialist fintech compliance network delivered the right hire in just four weeks.
Emerald Zebra: Cyprus & EU Business, FinTech, and Compliance Highlights (Jan, 2026)
Cyprus steps into a powerful role on the European stage in 2026, shaping EU regulatory priorities while introducing major tax reforms and workforce policy updates. From AMLA compliance requirements to the island’s growing appeal as a FinTech hub, this roundup explores the most important developments impacting businesses, regulators, and talent markets. Discover what these changes mean for employers and how Emerald Zebra supports organisations navigating Cyprus’ evolving financial and compliance landscape.