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PEPs & Sanctions
Japan Imposes First Sanctions Against Israelis in West Bank
24/07/2024
Japan designated four Israeli settlers involved in violent acts against Palestinians as targets for asset freezing measures.
PEPs & Sanctions
OFAC Issues New Form for Reporting Russian Sovereign Assets
24/07/2024
The form is part of implementing a law passed in April to enable the confiscation of Russian sovereign assets frozen in the US.
AI Risk & Governance
China Concludes Third Plenum With Release of Economic Blueprint
23/07/2024
The blueprint for the economy mostly reiterates policy priorities that have been announced over the last few years.
AI Risk & Governance
Korea to Allow Sale of Pension Products That Use AI
23/07/2024
Firms that passed a review can apply for designation as “innovation financial services” in September and sell AI-driven pension products online in December.
Emerging Prudential Risks
PBOC Unexpectedly Cuts Rates to Stimulate Economy
23/07/2024
The PBOC also said banks can apply for a phased reduction or exemption of MLF collateral if they intend to sell medium- and long-term bonds.
Structural Regulation
TAIFEX Amends Rules to Increase Penalties for Violations
23/07/2024
The amendments aim to enhance information security standards within futures firms, and better align with penalties in the securities market.
Market Data & Technology
Tokyo Bourse Now Requires Earnings Reports in HTML Format
23/07/2024
The TSE has been testing the use of HTML format for disclosures by listed companies since December 2021. HTML submission is now mandatory.
Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime
Philippines Enacts Anti-Financial Account Scamming Act
22/07/2024
The law institutionalises penalties for social engineering-related crimes and online scams, including the use of mule accounts.
PEPs & Sanctions
OFAC Issues Guidance on Extended Statute of Limitations
22/07/2024
OFAC plans to extend record-keeping requirements from five to ten years, to match the new statute of limitations period.
Conduct, Culture & Accountability
Korea FSS Punishes Brokerage Firm for Mis-selling PE Funds
22/07/2024
Shinyoung Securities failed to properly explain the investment risks to customers when selling Lime and Discovery private equity funds.
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