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New Study Explores Feasibility of AXI, FXI Indices for Japan
By Manesh Samtani | 11/09/2023
The study assessed the feasibility of Japanese versions of the FXI and AXI indices, concluding that they can coexist with TONA and TORF.
Fintech / Regtech
MAS to Exempt Some Market Operators from ACH/RCH Rules
By Editors | 10/09/2023
The exemption applies to platforms that provide services to facilitate trading and settlement, but don’t actually act as a central counterparty of clear or settle trades centrally.
Market Infrastructure
Trade Bodies Call on Policymakers to Scrap EU Clearing Proposal
By Editors | 10/09/2023
A proposed requirement for market participants to hold active accounts at EU CCPs will be detrimental to EU capital markets, the trade bodies say.
Market Infrastructure
Australian Parliament Passes Financial Accountability Regime Bill
By Editors | 07/09/2023
The FAR replaces and extends the BEAR by imposing new accountability obligations on insurers, banks, super funds, and their senior executives.
Market Infrastructure
RBI, ESMA Close to Resolving Stand-Off Over CCPs – Report
By Manesh Samtani | 07/09/2023
Discussions regarding MoUs between the RBI and ESMA are reported to be progressing more smoothly and regularly.
Fintech / Regtech
SGX Gains Connectivity to FIA Tech’s Trade Data Network
By Editors | 07/09/2023
The new connectivity will give SGX members greater transparency into their trade give up/ take in process.
Market Infrastructure
Shanghai, Saudi Exchanges to Cooperate on Cross-Listings
By Manesh Samtani | 06/09/2023
The two exchanges will explore cross-listings of companies as well as ETFs, and also collaborate in areas such as fintech and ESG.
Crypto / Digital Assets
WFE Publishes Research on Exchange Engagement with Crypto Market
By Manesh Samtani | 06/09/2023
WFE survey found that almost half of the respondent exchanges already offer some crypto-related product or service in response to mostly retail demand.
Fintech / Regtech
SEBI Plans to Move to One-Hour Stock Settlement Cycle
By Editors | 06/09/2023
India just completed a move from T+2 to T+1 settlement in January. Reportedly, implementation of one-hour settlement is likely by March 2024.
Fintech / Regtech
RBI Permits Banks to Use UPI With Credit Lines
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 05/09/2023
Scheduled commercial banks can now transfer funds to and from credit lines through the UPI system.
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