MARKET INFRASTRUCTURE

Market Infrastructure

Taiwan Relaxes Rules for Banks Entering Asset Management Zones

By Mark Johnston | 18/06/2025

Taiwan’s FSC is easing its branch licensing rules to incentivise FIs to establish operations in designated asset management zones.

Big Picture

WFE Issues Guidance on Transitioning to T+1 Settlement Cycles

By Nithya Subramanian | 17/06/2025

The guidance identifies lessons learned and key considerations for a successful transition to a T+1 settlement cycle.

Big Picture

WFE Issues Guidance on Transitioning to T+1 Settlement Cycle

By Nithya Subramanian | 17/06/2025

The guidance identifies lessons learned and key considerations for a successful transition to a T+1 settlement cycle.

Market Infrastructure

Bank Indonesia Announces Formal Designation of Indonesia Clearing House

By Nithya Subramanian | 17/06/2025

ICH has been officially designated the clearing house for foreign exchange and money market derivatives.

Market Infrastructure

Taiwan Tightens Circuit Breaker Mechanism in Futures Market

By Mark Johnston | 17/06/2025

TAIFEX will have shorter trading halt periods if the mechanism is triggered, and oil contracts are given wider price bands.

Enforcement

ASIC Launches Inquiry into “Serious” Capability Failures at ASX

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 16/06/2025

ASIC will examine ASX’s governance capability and risk management frameworks following repeated and serious failures.

AML / KYC

SBV Revises AML Rules to Secure Exit from FATF Grey List

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 16/06/2025

The SBV is revising its AML regulations to enhance effectiveness and facilitate Vietnam’s removal from the FATF grey list.

AML / KYC

HK Customs Working With HKU to Develop Crypto Tracing Tool

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 16/06/2025

Hong Kong Customs has partnered with HKU to create a tool for tracing illicit activities involving cryptocurrencies.

Market Infrastructure

SFC Finalises Fee Limits for Securities Registrars Under USM Regime

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 16/06/2025

The SFC’s Rico Leung said the conclusion on ASR fee limits marks a “critical milestone” on the road towards USM implementation.