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Securities / Derivatives
Taiwan: TDCC Selects Citi to Support New Custody Platform
10/08/2024
The new centralised custody platform is being developed to enhance asset safety for local investors who hold overseas investments through local brokers.
ESG / Sustainability
UK to Introduce Bill Next Year to Regulate ESG Ratings
10/08/2024
The regime will help address a lack of transparency in ratings processes and help support the development of the sustainable finance sector.
AML / KYC
Four Arrested by HK Customs in HK$1.5b Money Laundering Case
10/08/2024
The arrestees allegedly used 39 bank accounts, six shell companies and cryptocurrency to launder crime proceeds from across the APAC region.
Enforcement
US Man Arrested for Facilitating DPRK Remote IT Worker Fraud
10/08/2024
DOJ said Matthew Isaac Knoot enabled North Korean IT workers to work for US and UK companies from locations in China, and laundered money for them.
Sanctions
Russia, China Working on Regulations to Facilitate Barter Trade – Reports
10/08/2024
New regulatory arrangements being put in place are expected to enable barter deals between Russia and China involving agriculture “as soon as this autumn”.
AML / KYC
Cayman Islands: New Beneficial Ownership Regime Commences
09/08/2024
Beneficial ownership information will not yet be available to the public in light of the November 2022 ruling by the European Court of Justice.
Enforcement
FSC Korea to Expand Enforcement Toolkit to Target Unfair Trading
09/08/2024
Those found engaging in unfair trading activities will face a 10-year ban on trading in the capital market and potentially have their names disclosed publicly.
Enforcement
Evergrande Liquidators Are Suing PwC for Damages – Report
09/08/2024
The writ of summons accuses PwC of breach of contract, breach of duty, misrepresentation, negligence, and/or unjust enrichment.
Fintech / Regtech
KRX Hires AI Firm to Develop Short-Selling Detection System
09/08/2024
KRX has signed a service contract with Conan Technology to develop its new short-selling detection system.
Capital / Liquidity
US Fed Finalises New Guidance on Banks Resolution Plans
09/08/2024
The final guidance generally applies to banks, including foreign banks, with over $250bn in total assets, but not G-SIBs.
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