Sanday Chongo Kabange is an experienced multimedia journalist and a contributor to Regulation Asia. He focuses on compliance, regulatory and legal issues for financial services.
Enforcement
Two Ex-Deutsche Traders Convicted in Spoofing Case
29/09/2020
The two former traders were found guilty of fraud charges for their respective roles in manipulating gold and silver futures prices.
Enforcement
Seoul Court Sentences Ex-Shinhan Exec to Eight Years’ Jail
29/09/2020
The former executive was convicted for accepting bribes, deceiving investors, concealing losses in Lime Asset Management fund products.
Fintech / Regtech
Ant Group Launches New Digital Trade, Financing Platform
29/09/2020
DBS, BNP Paribas, Citibank, Deutsche Bank and StanChart have partnered with Ant Group to help optimise cross-border processes on the new blockchain powered platform.
Securities / Derivatives
Taiwan FSC Considers Changes to Capital Market Rules
28/09/2020
The FSC is examining whether to encourage the development of Internet-only securities companies to cater to investors who are increasingly placing orders online.
ESG / Sustainability
Taiwan FSC Outlines Plans for Capital Market Development
26/09/2020
A 3-year roadmap to be unveiled by year-end includes plans to set up central clearing for OTC derivatives, and improve convenience and efficiency for foreign investors.
Securities / Derivatives
Philippine Bourse Proposes to Ease Listing Rules
26/09/2020
The minimum cap requirement for the Main Board is being removed in favour of a net income requirement. The criteria for the SME Board are also being relaxed.
Fintech / Regtech
Korea, Thailand Sign MoU on Financial Services Regulation
25/09/2020
The agreement will help enhance supervisory efficiency and promote innovation through experience sharing, technical assistance and exchange of information.
Securities / Derivatives
US Launches Three New Exchanges, Including MEMX
24/09/2020
Long-Term Stock Exchange (LTSE) launched on 17 September; Members Exchange (MEMX) on 21 September; MIAX Pearl will launch on 25 September.
Fintech / Regtech
PBOC, JD.com Partner to Support Digital Currency Fintechs
24/09/2020
The two entities will identify, explore and build fintechs that supports the DCEP on JD.com’s existing e-commerce platforms and services.
BSP Orders Mandatory 60-Day Moratorium on All Loans
23/09/2020
Lenders are asked to implement a mandatory one-time 60-day grace period for all loans falling due on or before 31 December 2020.
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