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ESG / Sustainability
NGFS Publishes 4th Iteration of Long-term Climate Scenarios
10/11/2023
The scenarios have been updated to incorporate acute physical risks and provide further insights on how physical risks and transition policies affect the macroeconomy.
Securities / Derivatives
CSRC Asks Brokers to Curb Leverage Bets by Hedge Funds – Report
10/11/2023
The CSRC is concerned that excessive leverage could cause excessive market risks, especially in a volatile stock market environment.
Crypto / Digital Assets
FSC Taiwan Green Lights Cathay Securities STO Launch
10/11/2023
The STO is expected to raise TWD 30 million and commence trading on an STO platform built by Cathay Securities on 12 December.
Securities / Derivatives
SGX Lists Third ETF Under Shenzhen Trading Link
10/11/2023
The new ETF, a collaboration between CGS-CIMB Securities and Fullgoal Asset Management, is the first CSI 1000 ETF listed outside of China.
Fintech / Regtech
PBOC to Establish Fintech Sandbox Links With Hong Kong, Macao
10/11/2023
The “network link-up” will provide a one-stop platform to facilitate cross-border fintech trials and strengthen supervisory cooperation.
Fintech / Regtech
Singapore BNPL Code Enter Next Phase of Implementation
09/11/2023
Six BNPL providers will undergo audits over the next few months and have to become accredited by 31 March 2024.
Capital / Liquidity
EBA Issues Third Batch of MiCA-related Consultations
09/11/2023
The consultations cover transaction reporting, recovery planning, own funds, stress testing, and liquidity requirements for stablecoin issuers.
Hong Kong ICAC Launches Business Sector Integrity Charter
09/11/2023
The Charter encourages companies to establish Integrity Management Systems, appoint an “Ethics Officer”, and commit to implementing integrity policies.
Capital / Liquidity
EU Lawmakers Back Plans to Improve Bank Resolution Framework
09/11/2023
Jonás Fernández said the rule changes will level the playing field among different banking structures in the EU, while ensuring that banks will remain safe.
Securities / Derivatives
HKEX to Consult on Measures to Keep Market Open During Typhoons
09/11/2023
HKEX will commence a public consultation within this month on a proposed model for operating the stock market under severe weather.
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