MARKET INFRASTRUCTURE

    Market Infrastructure

    FSC Korea to Allow Brokers to Launch ATS Platforms for Securities

    By Editors | 18/11/2022

    The introduction of alternative trading systems will increase competition, boost trading activity, reduce costs for investors, and improve market efficiency.

    Big Picture

    “No Simple Fix” for Corporate Bond Liquidity Issues: IOSCO

    By Editors | 17/11/2022

    IOSCO published feedback received from a review of ways to improve the functioning of and liquidity in corporate bond markets under stress.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    NYIC, US Banks Launch PoC to Test Digital Money Platform

    By Editors | 17/11/2022

    Participants include BNY Mellon, Citi, HSBC, Mastercard, PNC Bank, TD Bank, Truist, US Bank, Wells Fargo, SETL, Digital Asset, AWS, SWIFT, Sullivan & Cromwell, and Deloitte.

    Market Infrastructure

    IBA Confirms Plans for Cessation of USD LIBOR ICE Swap Rate

    By Editors | 17/11/2022

    Publication of USD LIBOR ICE Swap Rate “runs” for all tenors will cease immediately after the rates are published on 30 June 2023.

    Market Infrastructure

    ASX Pauses CHESS Replacement Project to Reassess Design

    By Manesh Samtani | 17/11/2022

    ASX will write off about A$250mn in capitalised software, in response to an independent review by Accenture. ASIC and the RBA express disappointment.

    Fintech / Regtech

    New Zealand Confirms Plans to Roll-out Out Open Banking

    By Editors | 16/11/2022

    The banking industry will be the first sector in New Zealand to implement a Consumer Data Right mechanism, like in Australia.

    Market Infrastructure

    PCAOB Had “Good Access” During Hong Kong Audit Inspection – Report

    By Editors | 16/11/2022

    The PCAOB reportedly gained all the information it requested during its inspection, but a decision has not yet been made regarding its dispute with Chinese regulators.

    Market Infrastructure

    Beijing Stock Exchange Marks First Anniversary Since Launch

    By Editors | 16/11/2022

    The BSE issued new rules for margin financing and securities lending business, in a bid to further improve market liquidity and pricing efficiency.

    Securities / Derivatives

    ESMA Recognises Bursa Malaysia Derivatives Clearing as TC-CCP

    By Editors | 16/11/2022

    The recognition will make it easier and more cost-effective for European counterparties to access Malaysia’s derivatives market.

    Market Infrastructure

    Chinese Firms Continue to List GDRs on SIX Swiss Exchange

    By Editors | 16/11/2022

    Since July eight Chinese companies have raised more than USD 2.5 billion via GDR listings on the SIX Swiss Exchange.

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