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Clearing & Post-Trade
AFME Considers Implications of an EU Move to T+1 Settlement
23/09/2022
AFME acknowledges the benefits of T+1 settlement but calls for an industry task force to be set up to conduct a detailed assessment.
Sustainable Finance
JPX Launches Pilot Trading in New Carbon Credit Market
23/09/2022
The TSE commenced pilot trading in J-Credits, which have been circulating on a voluntary basis in Japan since 2013. Trading began with 145 registered participants.
Stablecoins
EU Lawmakers Finalise Text of MiCA Legislation – Reports
23/09/2022
Limitations on the use of USD-pegged stablecoins within the EU have been removed. Algorithmic stablecoins and tradeable NFTs could be brought into scope.
Trading & Investment
Tokyo, New York Bourses to Promote Cross-border Investment
23/09/2022
The NYSE and TSE will collaborate on product development, marketing, information sharing, and the use of digital technologies in market operations.
Structural Regulation
Chinese Officials in Hong Kong to Assist With PCAOB Inspections
23/09/2022
PCAOB inspectors have been in Hong Kong this week to commence audit inspections of US-listed Chinese companies at PwC and KPMG’s offices.
Cryptocurrency
Australian Senator Proposes Bill on Digital Asset Regulation
23/09/2022
The bill would establish rules for crypto exchanges, custody providers stablecoin issuers, and banks facilitating e-CNY transactions.
Conduct, Culture & Accountability
Japan to Probe Retail Sales of Structured Products by Banks
22/09/2022
The FSA says many customers who were not sufficiently informed about the products they were buying have complained of “unexpected losses”.
Structural Regulation
Korea Planning Reforms to Address Foreign Investor Concerns
22/09/2022
Foreign investors have complained about the current dividend policy, registration requirements, and a lack of corporate filings in English.
Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime
New York AG Files Fraud Charges Against Trump & Family
22/09/2022
The lawsuit says Trump falsified his net worth to obtain more favourable loan terms, cheaper insurance coverage, and tax benefits.
Trading & Investment
HKMA Signals Coming Enhancements to Wealth Connect Scheme
22/09/2022
Enhancements could include measures to improve sales arrangements, expand the product scope, and allow more financial institutions to participate.
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