Market Infrastructure

Market Infrastructure

Bangladesh Halts InterBank Transactions Due to RTGS System Glitch

By Editors | 01/08/2023

Bangladesh’s RTGS system faced technical issues, halting inter-bank transactions. Transactions through the RTGS system resumed the next day.

Capital / Liquidity

RBNZ, FMA Issue New Standards for Designated FMIs

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 01/08/2023

The new standards, effective from 1 March 2024, include 28 Standards, accompanying guidance, and a framework for regulating overseas FMIs.

Market Infrastructure

UPDATED – SEBI Directs MIIs to Establish Common Dispute Resolution Platform

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 01/08/2023

Disputes between investors or clients and listed companies or any specified intermediaries or regulated entities in the securities market will be resolved through the proposed new platform.

Capital / Liquidity

APRA is Reviewing its Data Collections Roadmap

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 01/08/2023

Some data collections are being prioritised to support APRA’s policy priorities for banking and to address data gaps.

Market Infrastructure

DTCC Exits Global Markets Entity Identifier Business

By Editors | 31/07/2023

DTCC to exit Global Markets Entity Identifier operations by 22 August, partnering with GLEIF for a seamless transition.

Fintech / Regtech

China Appoints Ex-Telecom Exec to Head Up New Data Regulator

By Editors | 31/07/2023

Liu Liehong’s appointment signifies the operational readiness of China’s newly-formed agency, the National Data Bureau.

Market Infrastructure

ASX Pledges to Implement Further Governance Improvements

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 31/07/2023

ASX has pledged to, within three months, implement 16 recommendations made by Herbert Smith Freehills in its review of the group’s governance structure.

Market Infrastructure

BOJ Surpises Market With Tweak to Monetary Policy Stance

By Editors | 31/07/2023

The tweak is seen as a small step towards normalisation. Analysts have warned that the BOJ’s monetary policy stance harms the economy and distorts the bond market.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Digital Yuan Being Used for Clearing Commodity Spot Trades

By Editors | 30/07/2023

Industrial Bank is the first bank to incorporate digital RMB into commodity spot trading, paving the way for future advancements in this area.