Turkey's SPK approves Net Global IPO and implements new identity rules

SPK TCMB remote identity verification NFC passport public offering

The Capital Markets Board of Turkey (SPK) has approved the initial public offering (IPO) of Net Global Endüstriyel Yatırımlar A.Ş. The company plans to increase its capital from 250 million TL to 312.5 million TL through a capital increase and a sale of shares by existing partners. The offering price is set at 25.52 TL per share, with a total size of approximately 2.233 billion TL. Proceeds are intended for capacity increases, solar power plant installation, wagon factory construction, and debt reduction.

Simultaneously, the Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey (TCMB) has implemented new regulations regarding remote identity verification for payment and electronic money institutions. The new rules mandate the use of biometric methods and Near Field Communication (NFC) technology to verify identity documents. For non-Turkish citizens, remote identification requires an ICAO 9303 standard passport with NFC capabilities.

To mitigate risks, foreign customers must verify their addresses using residency documents or utility bills from the last three months. Financial restrictions apply to these users; funds can only be transferred to or from bank accounts held in the customer's own name abroad via the SWIFT system. These individuals will be categorized as high-risk, with their transactions reported to the Financial Crimes Investigation Board (MASAK).

Entities

Aktif Portföy · Capital Markets Board of Turkey · Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey · Financial Crimes Investigation Board · International Civil Aviation Organization · Net Global Endüstriyel Yatırımlar A.Ş. · Public Disclosure Platform · Turkish Diyanet Foundation

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[● 2 SOURCES] The Capital Markets Board (SPK) has expanded the scope of remote identity verification for brokerage firms, portfolio management companies, and crypto asset service providers.
[○ 1 SOURCE] Funds for foreign customers can only be transferred from or to a bank account held in the customer's own name abroad via SWIFT.
[● 2 SOURCES] Non-Turkish citizens must use passports that comply with ICAO 9303 standards and possess Near Field Communication (NFC) capabilities for remote identity verification.
[● 2 SOURCES] Foreign customers are prohibited from transferring money, crypto assets, or capital market instruments until their address is verified via documents like utility bills or residence certificates within