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Fintech / Regtech
APRA Outlines Expectations on Managing Crypto-Asset Risks
By Ranamita Chakraborty | 22/04/2022
Regulated entities looking to launch crypto-asset-related operations should consult their supervisor first. A longer-term prudential framework is being developed.
Capital / Liquidity
Korea FTC Considers Stricter Regulations for Upbit, Bithumb
By Editors | 21/04/2022
Korean companies categorised as “large businesses” are placed under close monitoring and must disclose information on major intracompany dealings, board decisions and shareholders.
Crypto / Digital Assets
Asset Managers Should Put Customers at Heart: SGX
By Manesh Samtani | 21/04/2022
At the IMAS Digital Summit 2022, SGX CEO Loh Boon Chye discussed the exchange’s approach to digital assets and technology adoption.
AML / KYC
AUSTRAC Issues New Guidance on Ransomware, Crypto Crime
By Manesh Samtani | 21/04/2022
Financial services businesses are asked to use the indicators in the guides in transaction monitoring to detect potential illicit activity and file SMRs.
Crypto / Digital Assets
Australia to Launch First Crypto ETFs Next Week
By Editors | 21/04/2022
Cosmos Asset Management will issue an ETF offering indirect exposure to Bitcoin. 21Shares will offer direct crypto exposures through a Bitcoin ETF and an Ether ETF.
Fintech / Regtech
RegTech Adoption Requires Rethink of Regulatory Environment
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 20/04/2022
New WEF paper outlines success factors for regtech adoption, a roadmap for implementation, and guidance on regulatory requirements.
Fintech / Regtech
Japan FSA Publishes Research on Overseas Data Collection Platforms
By Editors | 20/04/2022
A survey of overseas authorities was conducted to inform the development of a “joint data platform” that will be used by both the FSA and BOJ.
Fintech / Regtech
HKMA to Develop Additional Safeguards for Bank Customers
By Manesh Samtani | 20/04/2022
A fresh review of the Banking Code of Practice has been launched, covering information disclosure, customers’ finance management, and dispute handling.
Fintech / Regtech
FSC Korea Green Lights Kakao Digital Insurance Business
By Ranamita Chakraborty | 19/04/2022
The approval marks the first time that a newcomer to the insurance industry has been given permission to start a digital insurance company.
AML / KYC
Hong Kong to Propose Regulatory Regime for Crowdfunding
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 19/04/2022
The government will issue a consultation this year proposing a licensing or registration requirement for crowdfunding platforms in Hong Kong.
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