Sanday Chongo Kabange

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    Sanday Chongo Kabange is an experienced multimedia journalist and a contributor to Regulation Asia. He focuses on compliance, regulatory and legal issues for financial services.

    Articles by Sanday Chongo Kabange

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    AML / KYC

    Interpol Issues Red Notices for Hong Kong Crypto Promoters

    30/07/2024

    The HKPF had asked Interpol to help locate the crypto promoters over their suspected role in a cryptocurrency deception case.

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    Crypto / Digital Assets

    New Zealand DIA Issues New AML-CFT Guidance for VASPs

    29/07/2024

    The guidance clarifies that the travel rule does not apply to transfers to un-hosted/self-hosted wallets, but that customer due diligence is still required.

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    AML / KYC

    Australia: Industry Body Launches ‘Online Scams Code’ for Tech Firms

    29/07/2024

    The Code was introduced by DIGI as a “proactive initiative” to fast-track consumer protection measures ahead of mandatory codes being introduced in Australia.

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    Securities / Derivatives

    New Zealand FMA Issues Guidance on Protecting Client Assets

    27/07/2024

    The guidance note applies to financial service providers that hold or deal with client money or property on behalf of clients, including stockbrokers and custodians.

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    AML / KYC

    BSP Introduces Framework for Merchant Payment Activities

    26/07/2024

    The framework sets out regulatory requirements for operators of payment systems that engage in merchant payment acceptance activities.

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    Market Infrastructure

    Australia Explores Benefits of Central Clearing for Bond, Repo Markets

    26/07/2024

    The CFR says changes in the size and structure of the Australian bond and repo markets may have strengthened the case for introducing central clearing.

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    Securities / Derivatives

    Tokyo Bourse to Explore Smaller Investment Units for Stock Market

    25/07/2024

    The TSE has established a study group that will explore measures to make it easier for individual investors to participate in the stock market.

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    Securities / Derivatives

    Shanghai Bourse Launches First Benchmark Tracking ‘Marine Economy’

    25/07/2024

    The China Marine Economy Stock Price Index tracks 213 companies marine-related companies listed in Shanghai, Shenzhen, Beijing and Hong Kong.

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    Market Infrastructure

    Australia Consults on Draft Legislation to Reform Merger Rules

    25/07/2024

    Treasurer Jim Chalmers said the reforms will make Australia’s merger approval system faster, stronger, simpler, more targeted and more transparent.

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    Market Infrastructure

    Philippines Launches Automated Intraday Settlement Facility

    24/07/2024

    The facility will provide liquidity to ensure payments flow smoothly through the RTGS system, known as PhilPaSSplus.

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