Fintech / Regtech

Market Infrastructure

Blockchain: State of Play Among Market Infrastructures

By Matthew Chan | 05/12/2018

Rather than disintermediating centralised market infrastructure, DLT is being used to support centralised ecosystems, says Matthew Chan.

Market Infrastructure

Calastone to Migrate Global Funds Network to Blockchain

By Matthew Chan | 04/12/2018

By moving to a blockchain platform, Calastone seeks to address the high cost of funds distribution and operational risk resulting from manual processes, older systems and legacy technology.

Fintech / Regtech

TransUnion Online Service Suspended in Hong Kong – Reports

By Editors | 03/12/2018

The HKMA and privacy commissioner have demanded security improvements after reporters were able to access top officials’ credit reports through TransUnion’s online service.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Singapore’s First Crypto Litigation Highlights Need for Regulatory Clarity

By Manesh Samtani | 03/12/2018

The outcome of B2C2 v. Quoine could inform regulators’ considerations on the next set of rules for crypto exchanges, which in time may provide greater clarity for investors.

AML / KYC

Singapore Pushes Data Analytics, Collaboration to Counter Financial Crime

By Editors | 30/11/2018

A new report by Singapore’s AML/CFT Industry Partnership identifies key weaknesses of current approaches that can be addressed with data analytics and greater industry collaboration.

Fintech / Regtech

Thailand to Broadly Revamp Regulations for Financial Institutions

By Editors | 23/11/2018

New regulations will make it easier for financial institutions to lend to SMEs and adopt new technologies, while also reducing burdensome approval processes.

Crypto / Digital Assets

What SGX Expects of Listed Companies Conducting an ICO

By Boon Gin Tan | 20/11/2018

SGX RegCo chief Boon Gin Tan offers clarity around the regulatory obligations of listed companies that may choose to offer ICOs as a way to finance business growth.

Market Infrastructure

MAS, Central Banks Explore Alternative Models for Cross-Border Payments

By Manesh Samtani | 20/11/2018

The central banks of Singapore, Canada and England jointly released a report discussing emerging opportunities for digital transformation in cross-border payments.

AML / KYC

MAS Payment Services Bill Finalised, Tabled in Parliament

By Manesh Samtani | 19/11/2018

The Bill aims to provide a more conducive environment for innovation in payment services, while ensuring that risks across the payments value chain are mitigated.