HK to Introduce Key Manager Regime

30/11/2016

Registration set to include ‘hundreds of executives in support functions’.

Uncategorised

Regtech in Asia – Regulators Playing Catch-up

29/11/2016

Regulators appear to be lagging behind market infrastructure and institutions in using technology.

AML / KYC

Sri Lanka Wins ADB Loan to Help Develop Regulatory Framework

29/11/2016

Loan will enable implementation of development Capital Market Development Program.

Capital / Liquidity

Malaysia Appoints Financial Stability Committee Members

29/11/2016

Committee can decide measures to ‘reduce or avoid risks’, central bank says.

Securities / Derivatives

CBRC to Tighten Derivatives Trading Rules

29/11/2016

Draft rules include requiring banks to calculate exposed assets; enhance risk management.

Securities / Derivatives

HK Regulators to Brief on OTC Derivatives Reporting

29/11/2016

Sessions aim to brief firms on their obligations before 1 July 2017 implementation.

AML / KYC

APAC Institutions Question CRS Implementation

28/11/2016

Survey suggests doubts remain over implementation; technology, operational procedures the main challenge.

BSP to Bar Trusts from Deposit Facilities

28/11/2016

Regulator says move should prompt trust companies to invest in capital markets.

Market Infrastructure

SZ-HK Stock Connect to Start 5 December

28/11/2016

Accompanying rules aim to curb cross-border illegal activity, market misconduct.