November's federal budget is supposed to include the next legislative phase for open banking. If you're a Canadian fintech executive, you've heard this song before. The difference this time? Multiple sources, speaking to industry media under the condition of anonymity, say that government officials and lobby groups are telling them it's real. Phase 2 legislation (covering common rules and accreditation frameworks) is apparently ready for its debut on Nov. 4.
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