Securities / Derivatives

NSE India Considers Extending Trading Hours

31/07/2023

NSE is considering extending trading hours to make it more convenient for office-goers to trade in the evening.

AML / KYC

US Senate Approves Defence Bill with Provisions Targeting Crypto Mixers

31/07/2023

The US Senate’s approval of the 2024 NDAA includes stringent provisions aimed at cryptocurrency mixers, marking a regulatory milestone.

Enforcement

PwC Entered into Confidential Settlement with ATO in March

31/07/2023

PwC entered into a confidential settlement with the Australian Tax Office in March, though details of the settlement remain undisclosed.

Fintech / Regtech

New UK Law Promotes Blockchain to Digitise Trade Documents

31/07/2023

The New Electronic Trade Documents Act 2023 will seek to digitise trade documents, promising cost reduction and increased efficiency in international trade.

Securities / Derivatives

SEC Finalises Cybersecurity Disclosure Rules for Public Companies

31/07/2023

Public companies will be required to disclose their cyber risk management practices and report significant incidents within four business days.

Securities / Derivatives

China Asks Tech Giants to Share Investment Success Stories

31/07/2023

Tencent and Meituan are among those being asked to share successful cases of investments in start-ups, signaling a regulatory thaw.

Capital / Liquidity

India to Allow Overseas Listings by Domestic Firms, Starting in GIFT City

31/07/2023

India will permit companies to list directly on GIFT City exchanges, and later, in other specified overseas jurisdictions.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Bendigo Bank Blocks “High-risk” Payments to Crypto Exchanges

31/07/2023

New rules for instant payments to crypto exchanges are designed to primarily target investment scams, Bendigo Bank said.

Securities / Derivatives

CFTC Finalises New DCO Rule and Introduces Three Proposals

31/07/2023

The final rule amends reporting requirements for DCOs. The three proposals cover SEF regulations, uncleared swap confirmations, and margin requirements.