#CNBV
This archive brings together coverage of regulation, oversight, and cybersecurity in Mexico’s financial sector, with attention to the requirements banks, fintechs, and other supervised entities must meet. Readers will find analysis, policy updates, and compliance signals that shape risk management and data protection across the region.
BCRA updates SINAP Circular 1-248
Communication A 8438 updates the National Payments System framework and reorders Circular SINAP 1-248.
Aug 23, 2026 · 2 min
Mexico tightens AML rules and bank biometrics
Mexico expanded anti-money-laundering rules and the CNBV broadened biometric checks in banks, raising risk and traceability demands.
Aug 20, 2026 · 4 min
BCRA and CNBV tighten bank controls
Argentina updates minimum capital and market risk rules, while Mexico expands biometric validation and cybersecurity controls for banks.
Aug 19, 2026 · 4 min
Mexico tightens bank biometric checks
SHCP and CNBV ordered facial biometrics, biometric CURP and new identity controls, while MTU rules and CONDUSEF penalties raise compliance.
Aug 18, 2026 · 3 min
Mexico Tightens Biometrics, Argentina Updates Payments
Mexico mandates facial biometrics, owned databases and audits. Argentina updates BCRA SINAP 1-248 on the national payments system.
Aug 18, 2026 · 2 min
Mexico Tightens Bank Biometrics and AML Rules
SHCP and CNBV set new deadlines for bank biometrics as Mexico advances AML reforms and raises penalties across the sector.
Aug 16, 2026 · 3 min
Mexico, Argentina tighten financial controls
Argentina’s BCRA and Mexico’s SHCP and CNBV issued new rules, including biometric verification for banks and updated reporting requirements.
Aug 15, 2026 · 3 min
Mexico issues new anti-money laundering rules
Hacienda updated LFPIORPI rules with risk-based methodology, client classification and transition deadlines through 2027.
Aug 14, 2026 · 2 min
Argentina, Mexico Tighten Financial Cybersecurity
Argentina's central bank issued new guidance, while Banxico keeps pushing the financial sector's cybersecurity strategy alongside other authorities.
Aug 1, 2026 · 2 min
CNBV adds facial biometrics to Mexican banks
Mexico’s CNBV added facial biometrics to bank customer identification. PLD.mx says the technical rollout has a short deadline.
Jul 22, 2026 · 2 min
Mexico Requires Liveness Check for Digital Accounts
Starting July 15, 2026, opening digital accounts in Mexico requires liveness verification and biometric review under CNBV rules.
Jul 19, 2026 · 2 min
Mexico CNBV activates bank multibiometrics
Mexico’s CNBV made multibiometrics mandatory for banks. The rollout starts with fingerprint and face matching, with adjustment deadlines set.
Jul 14, 2026 · 2 min
CNBV Approves Nu to Operate as a Bank in Mexico
CNBV gave Nu final approval to operate as a bank in Mexico. The company said customers will see no immediate changes.
Jul 13, 2026 · 1 min
CNBV Tightens Banking Authentication With Facial Biometrics
Mexico’s CNBV has authorized facial biometrics, in addition to fingerprints
Jul 8, 2026 · 2 min