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Australia Introduces First Tranche of Privacy Reforms to Parliament
By Manesh Samtani | 12/09/2024
The proposed reforms will strengthen the OAIC’s enforcement toolkit and provide the Courts new functions and capabilities to address privacy breaches.
Market Infrastructure
China Proposes Tighter Rules for Foreign Accounting Firms
By Editors | 12/09/2024
A separate approval process is being introduced for foreign accounting firms wishing to conduct “temporary activities” without a representative office.
Market Infrastructure
China Implements Standard Contract for Macau-GBA Data Flows
By Editors | 12/09/2024
Mainland and Macau authorities have released a new standard contract to promote cross-border mobility of personal data within the GBA.
Market Infrastructure
Australia and Japan Pledge Deeper Cybersecurity, Defence Ties
By Thisanka Siripala | 11/09/2024
Australia and Japan have strengthened their cybersecurity ties with the launch of the Pacific Digital Development Initiative.
Fintech / Regtech
US, EU, UK Sign Legally-binding International Treaty on AI
By Manesh Samtani | 08/09/2024
The international treaty aims to promote innovation while protecting human rights, democracy and the rule of law.
Market Infrastructure
Japan Proposes to Allow Foreign Institutions to Handle Domestic Securities
By Thisanka Siripala | 08/09/2024
Under the proposed revision, international platforms can be used for trading and settling domestic securities, provided they meet specific criteria and are approved by regulators.
Fintech / Regtech
Korea to Ease Entry Rules for Corporate Credit Rating Industry
By Editors | 06/09/2024
The FSC is abolishing the requirement for FIs to hold at least a 50% stake in companies for them to provide corporate credit ratings.
Market Infrastructure
IFSCA Proposes Rule Changes for GIFT City Market Infrastructure
By Ajoy K Das | 06/09/2024
The changes are aimed at ensuring robust governance standards at GIFT City’s two stock exchanges, two clearing corporations and one depository.
Fintech / Regtech
New Zealand Consults on CDR for Banking, Electricity Sectors
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/09/2024
The proposal would require ANZ, BNZ, ASB and Westpac to implement open banking from 1 Dec 2025 and Kiwibank from 1 Dec 2026.
Crypto / Digital Assets
UDPN Integrates AUDD Stablecoin into Global Platform
By Editors | 04/09/2024
The integration is expected to accelerate the adoption of AUDD, and reduce friction in international payments.
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