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How HMRC is Shifting the Compliance Landscape for Banking & Fintech

Published

12 October 2026

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regulatory

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Fintech

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United Kingdom

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Fusion42 · 12 October 2026 · Fusion42 review

HM Revenue & Customs has shifted to a data-driven enforcement approach across UK banking and fintech, targeting corporate tax evasion, IR35 misclassifications, CRS reporting errors, and VAT cost allocations. This has caused significant financial penalties and operational risks for major financial institutions in 2026.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Fintech.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

HMRC's use of data analytics turns tax compliance into a material business risk for UK financial firms. You need to recheck your tax and contractor reporting processes now before penalties hit your balance sheet.

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1 source · 12 Oct 2026

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