Manesh Samtani
Manesh Samtani is Editor at Regulation Asia, where he leads the editorial and research teams from Hong Kong. His work examines how regulatory change and technology are reshaping banking and financial markets, with a particular focus on digital assets, financial crime and sanctions. Manesh is a former securities industry practitioner and holds a bachelor's degree in finance and banking. manesh@regulationasia.com
Articles by Manesh Samtani
Cryptocurrency
FASB Votes to Adopt New Crypto Accounting Standard
07/09/2023
Under the new rules, companies will be required to measure crypto assets using fair value accounting, instead of the existing cost-less-impairment model.
Conduct, Culture & Accountability
APRA Releases Findings from Review of Remuneration Frameworks
06/09/2023
The review assessed how banks, insurers and superannuation entities are approaching implementation of the new remuneration standards under CPS 511.
Trading & Investment
Shanghai, Saudi Exchanges to Cooperate on Cross-Listings
06/09/2023
The two exchanges will explore cross-listings of companies as well as ETFs, and also collaborate in areas such as fintech and ESG.
Cryptocurrency
WFE Publishes Research on Exchange Engagement with Crypto Market
06/09/2023
WFE survey found that almost half of the respondent exchanges already offer some crypto-related product or service in response to mostly retail demand.
AI Risk & Governance
UK House of Commons Report Calls for Dedicated Bill on AI Governance
06/09/2023
Key committee outlines 12 challenges related to AI governance, calls for the introduction of a “tightly-focused” AI Bill in the next King’s Speech.
Anti-Money Laundering
APG Spotlights Money Laundering Associated With Tax Crimes
06/09/2023
A key and “almost universal” element of money laundering associated with tax crimes is the concealment of beneficial ownership, APG says in a new report.
Emerging Prudential Risks
FSB Warns of ‘Further Shocks’ in G20 Progress Update
06/09/2023
The update also discusses the FSB’s work to address NBFI risks, implement its recommendations on crypto regulations, and respond to climate-related risks.
Cryptocurrency
Australia: Senate Committee Rejects Andrew Bragg Crypto Bill
05/09/2023
The committee said consultations planned by the government are the most appropriate way to develop a regulatory framework for digital assets.
AI Risk & Governance
Fragility of Deep Learning Models May Present Systemic Risk: BOE
04/09/2023
New paper says the “underlying fragility” of deep learning frameworks used by FIs increases risks for individual firms and the financial system.
Structural Regulation
Japan FSA Revises OTC Derivatives Reporting Requirements
04/09/2023
The FSA is making changes to its guidelines to remove the “UPI” and “Delta” requirements from the 1 April 2024 go-live date.
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