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Korea FSS Issues “Model” Standards for Credit Finance Companies
01/05/2024
The standards call for better management of executives and employees to prevent money laundering, conflicts of interest, and misuse or embezzlement of loan funds.
Crypto / Digital Assets
Russia to Tighten Regulations for Crypto Mining Operations
01/05/2024
Earlier it was reported that Russia was planning to ban private cryptocurrencies outright, but a lawmaker has dispelled this notion.
Capital / Liquidity
Hong Kong IA Finalises Rules for Risk-based Capital Regime
01/05/2024
The finalised rules will be tabled in LegCo for negative vetting in May. The transitional measures relating to regulatory returns are extended from 2 to 3 years.
ESG / Sustainability
Latest G20 TechSprint to Focus on Supporting Sustainable Finance
01/05/2024
This year’s G20 TechSprint will focus on problem statements relating to sustainable finance, including nature-based solutions and ESG data improvements.
Enforcement
US DOJ Secures Guilty Plea in Export Control Evasion Case
30/04/2024
The defendant allegedly tried to procure dual-use electronic components for entities in Russia involved in the development and manufacture of drones.
Sanctions
Chinese Firms Turning to Illegal Channels for Russia Business
30/04/2024
With China’s big banks no longer processing Russia-related payments, exporters are increasingly turning to underground channels including cryptocurrency.
Market Infrastructure
CPMI Publishes SLA Guidance for Cross-border Payments
30/04/2024
New CPMI report offers high-level recommendations on the design of service level agreements used in cross-border payment arrangements.
Sanctions
China Cautions Japan Against Expanding Export Controls
30/04/2024
MOFCOM said Japan’s proposal to expand its controls on certain semiconductor products will damage the stability of global supply chains.
Enforcement
Korea FSS to Launch Inspections at NongHyup Bank
30/04/2024
The bank experienced two misconduct incidents involving embezzlement, potentially due to weak internal controls.
ESG / Sustainability
China NFRA Issues New Guidance on Green Insurance
30/04/2024
The guidance sets out expectations for insurers to develop green insurance products and services and boost green investments.
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