Securities / Derivatives

Bursa Malaysia to Incentivise Research into Listed Companies

29/03/2022

The initiative will lead to better value recognition for companies and enhance corporate governance, transparency and disclosure, Bursa Malaysia said.

Securities / Derivatives

CSRC to Promote Bond Issuance by Private Enterprises

29/03/2022

Priority will be given to support bond issuances by private firms in high-tech and strategic emerging industries, the CSRC said.

Korea Extends SME Loan Support for Another Six Mouths

28/03/2022

A survey by the Korea Federation of SMEs found the support measures have helped about 80 percent of SMEs to sustain their business activities.

Fintech / Regtech

Bank of Japan Concludes Phase One CBDC Testing

28/03/2022

Phase one testing explored the feasibility of CBDC issuance, distribution and redemption. Phase two will test additional functions starting next month.

Fintech / Regtech

HKMA Issues Additional Guidance for SVF Licensees

28/03/2022

New practice note offers guidance on governance, outsourcing, internal controls, technology risk, and business conduct, among other areas.

Market Infrastructure

BNM Launches Shariah-compliant Benchmark Rate, MYOR-i

28/03/2022

The establishment of MYOR-i as the Islamic benchmark rate will be a catalyst in driving Islamic financial product innovation, BNM says.

Securities / Derivatives

Climate Impact X, Carbonplace Partner on Carbon Credit Trading

28/03/2022

The pilot will establish a framework for executing carbon credit transactions via Climate Impact X’s marketplace, with Carbonplace performing all settlements.

Fintech / Regtech

RBI Establishes Innovation Hub to Promote Fintech Innovation

27/03/2022

RBI governor Shaktikanta Das said the underlying focus of the innovation hub will be to promote inclusive access to financial services and products.

Capital / Liquidity

FSS Korea Asks Insurers to Increase Loss Reserves

27/03/2022

FSS governor Jeong Eun-bo has warned insurers of a possible “perfect storm” building for the industry, citing rising interest rates and the war in Ukraine.