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Market Infrastructure
IMF Calls on FSB to Create Global Regulatory Framework for Crypto
By Manesh Samtani | 10/12/2021
The IMF proposes three elements that should be included in the framework, which is urgently needed to manage financial stability and market conduct risks.
AML / KYC
Japan FSA Seeks to Introduce Restrictions on Stablecoin Issuance
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 09/12/2021
The FSA reportedly seeks to propose legislation to only allow banks and wire transfer companies to issue stablecoins, and to regulate wallet providers.
Crypto / Digital Assets
BIS Concludes wCBDC Experiment with French, Swiss Central Banks
By Editors | 08/12/2021
Under Project Jura, tokenised assets and foreign exchange transactions were settled safely and efficiently using PvP and DvP mechanisms, the BIS said.
AML / KYC
NZ FMA Risk Assessment Finds VASPs Sector ‘High Risk’
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 07/12/2021
The FMA’s sector risk assessment for 2021 says VASPs, derivatives issuers and online investment platforms could be targeted by money launderers.
Fintech / Regtech
DeFi Governance Structures Provide Entry Points for Regulators: BIS
By Manesh Samtani | 07/12/2021
DeFi’s inherent governance structures would provide “natural entry points” for authorities to address issues related to financial stability, investor protection and illicit activities.
Crypto / Digital Assets
Mapping Out How Decentralised Exchanges Can be Regulated
By Kristi Swartz | 07/12/2021
An appropriate regulatory regime that safeguards investors and fosters innovation will allow society to benefit from DEXs and DeFi generally, says DLA Piper’s Kristi Swartz.
Crypto / Digital Assets
ASIC Flags Supply Chain Risk as Key Cyber Resilience Concern
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 07/12/2021
Failure to invest in supply chain risk management could lead to significant consumer harm that might warrant ASIC investigation and action.
Fintech / Regtech
Thai SEC to Require Crypto Wallet Providers to be Licensed
By Editors | 06/12/2021
Custody and wallet providers required to obtain information identifying the account owners of wallets. New guidelines coming on the use of crypto in payments.
AML / KYC
BNM Unveils Initial Findings of Malaysia National Risk Assessment
By Mark Johnston | 05/12/2021
BNM is using technology to improve its risk-based supervision, intelligence analysis, data science techniques and off-site surveillance.
Crypto / Digital Assets
EU Closer to Adopting Crypto Assets & Digital Resilience Laws
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 01/12/2021
Once a political agreement is reached between the European Council and the European Parliament, the draft rules can become law.
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