Protection and Technology
News on FSCS protection and the impact of technology.
National Pension Tracing Day: is your pension FSCS protected?
25 October 2024
People are being urged to trace their lost pension pots. Here we talk you through how you can make sure the money you recover is FSCS protected.
Technology is a key part of FSCS’s plans to improve the experience for customers
29 July 2024
FSCS uses technology to optimise our ways of working through our people, processes and technology to deliver the best results for our customers in the most cost-efficient way.
Five things to consider about cryptoassets
11 May 2023
Before investing in cryptoassets, including cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin or Litecoin, consider these five things...
How much is your annual 'peace of mind' bill?
11 May 2023
Can you insure your insurance? And if so, how much would that financial peace of mind cost? You may be surprised to learn that the answer is actually ‘nothing’.
What's crowdfunding? What are the risks?
11 May 2023
Crowdfunding sites enable small businesses to raise funds from investors. Learn more about the types of crowdfunding and the risks that are involved.
Mini-bonds – should you invest?
11 May 2023
Find out about mini-bonds, the risk they carry, and how to keep your money safe.
Pots, pockets, piggy banks and vaults: keeping track of your money (or e-money), and its FSCS protection
11 May 2023
There are lots of clever tools to help you save for a big purchase. Your money might be split up to help you budget but how can you check if it's FSCS protected?
Recovering compensation costs and tackling the root causes of consumer harm
11 May 2023
In a recent article published in the British Insurance Brokers Association (BIBA) Compliance Rules newsletter, our Chief Counsel James Darbyshire talks about the work that FSCS does to recover compensation costs and tackle the root causes of consumer harm.