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AML / KYC
First Taiwan Crypto Exchange Reports on AML Compliance
By Mark Johnston | 07/10/2021
Eight crypto exchanges were asked to submit AML compliance statements to the regulator by the end of November.
Fintech / Regtech
Australia Finalises CDR Rule Changes to Increase Participation
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 06/10/2021
The amendments allow accredited data recipients to sponsor other parties to become accredited or allow them to operate as representatives.
Fintech / Regtech
China to Regulate Algorithms Use, Punish Misuse
By Editors | 06/10/2021
The new guidance warns that companies will be held accountable for misusing algorithms. An algorithm registration system will be established.
Fintech / Regtech
ISDA to Develop Standard Documentation for Crypto Derivatives
By Mark Johnston | 06/10/2021
ISDA CEO Scott O’Malia says a new working group has been formed to develop standard documentation for crypto derivatives.
Big Picture
Lack of Crypto Regulation Presents Financial Stability Risk: IMF
By Mark Johnston | 05/10/2021
The IMF says more coordination among national regulators is needed to ensure effective enforcement, reduce regulatory arbitrage, and enhance monitoring of the crypto ecosystem.
Fintech / Regtech
HKMA Seeks Input on Technical Design for Retail CBDC
By Manesh Samtani | 05/10/2021
The technical architecture proposed in a new whitepaper includes a privacy preservation arrangement that also allows for transaction traceability.
Fintech / Regtech
RBNZ Issues Consultation on Potential CBDC Issuance
By Ranamita Chakraborty | 04/10/2021
A CBDC would help ensure central bank money remains relevant in a digital future, while also providing an additional monetary policy tool, the RBNZ said.
AML / KYC
MAS to Deploy Information Sharing Platform for AML/CFT
By Manesh Samtani | 03/10/2021
The COSMIC platform will be developed and deployed in phases. The initial participants are DBS, OCBC, UOB, StanChart, Citibank and HSBC.
Crypto / Digital Assets
MAS Grants Two New Licences to Provide DPT Services
By Editors | 02/10/2021
DBS Vickers and Independent Reserve have received authorisation under the PSA to provide digital payment token services.
Big Picture
BIS Turns Attention to Practical Issues of Retail CBDC
By Editors | 30/09/2021
The BIS and seven central banks have published three new reports exploring practical policy and implementation issues of general purpose CBDCs.
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