Anti-Money Laundering

Pakistan Boosts Regulator’s AML/CTF Powers

14/11/2016

SECP gains powers to ensure sufficient measures are taken against illicit financing.

Anti-Money Laundering

Beware Blockchain – HKMA

14/11/2016

Digital platforms seen as potential channel for illicit financing; could compromise data security.

Trading & Investment

HK SFC Warns on Stock Connect Risk

14/11/2016

Regulator calls for system enhancement due to expected increase in trading volume.

Anti-Money Laundering

Vietnam’s OCB to Boost ML Defence

14/11/2016

AML project expected to be implemented bank-wide early next year.

Trading & Investment

HKEX Delays Derivatives VCM

14/11/2016

Regulator cites potential technical issue uncovered during final preparations.

Anti-Money Laundering

Ex-BSI Banker the 1st to Be Jailed in 1MDB Scandal

14/11/2016

Former relationship manager also fined USD17,000 and surrenders USD5.3mn in salary.

Capital Adequacy

APRA Chief Vows Not to Relax Capital Rules

14/11/2016

Chairman says ‘unquestionably strong’ requirement to remain in place despite Dodd Frank uncertainty.

Anti-Money Laundering

HK Regulators Publish AML/CTF Training Course

11/11/2016

Materials can be used as a reference and for internal training.

Trading & Investment

China Bans Futures Broker Margin Financing

11/11/2016

CSRC calls for tighter monitoring to deflate cool market amid growing volatility.