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    Market Infrastructure

    ‘SOFR First’ Concludes with Publication of User Guide

    21/12/2021

    The user guide outlines best practices for transitioning new exchange-traded derivatives activity to SOFR activity in the near term.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Global Regulatory Framework for Crypto Likely Next Year

    21/12/2021

    Benoît Cœuré said the “wake-up call” for regulators has been the rapid growth of DeFi, as its interconnectedness with traditional finance creates potential systemic risk.

    ESG / Sustainability

    TWSE Expands Scope of Sustainability Reporting Rules

    21/12/2021

    All TWSE listed companies with paid-in capital above TWD 2 billion will mandatorily have to file sustainability reports from 2023 onwards.

    AML / KYC

    HKMA Fines ePaylinks Technology for AML/CTF Breaches

    20/12/2021

    SVF licensee ePaylinks had deficiencies in its transaction monitoring and name screening systems, and failed to take enhanced measures in high risk situations.

    Securities / Derivatives

    UBS, China Life to Set Up Asset Management JV – Report

    20/12/2021

    China Life and UBS have reportedly signed an MoU to set up the joint venture, though the formal launch will be subject to approval from the CBIRC.

    Enforcement

    Taiwan FSC to Raise Fines for Securities Investment Trust Businesses

    20/12/2021

    The maximum fine for violations by securities investment trust and securities investment consulting businesses will rise from TWD 3mn to TWD 15mn.

    Securities / Derivatives

    OJK Indonesia Suspends Granting of New Asset Management Licences

    20/12/2021

    OJK said the moratorium will allow it to evaluate governance, capacity and prudential practices in the mutual fund industry.

    ESG / Sustainability

    Korea FSC, KRX Launch ESG Information Platform

    20/12/2021

    The platform provides information about listed companies’ ESG activities, ratings, sustainability reports and environmental disclosure information.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Hong Kong FRC Issues Guidance for Audit Committees

    20/12/2021

    The guidelines are intended to help audit committees adopt best practices in selecting auditors that will enhance the quality of corporate reporting.

    ESG / Sustainability

    ESG Products, Retail Investors to Propel Asia Derivatives Market

    20/12/2021

    in 2022, Asia derivatives market growth will be driven by ESG-related products and increased retail investor participation.

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