Market Infrastructure

    Market Infrastructure

    Is Asia Pacific Ready for T+1 Settlement?

    By Nellie Dagdag | 15/06/2022

    Nellie Dagdag considers the implications of a move to T+1 settlement cycle for equities in Asia Pacific, and the benefits it will bring.

    Market Infrastructure

    UK-Singapore Digital Economy Agreement Enters Into Force

    By Darien Choong | 15/06/2022

    The agreement promotes cooperation on cross-border data flows, fintech, cybersecurity, and mutual recognition of digital identity systems.

    Market Infrastructure

    Philippines Launches New Framework for Managing Crises

    By Editors | 15/06/2022

    The SRCM framework sets out how the FSCC should intervene in the event of a potential systemic risk that could negatively affect the macroeconomy.

    Fintech / Regtech

    RBI to Allow Credit Cards to Link to UPI System

    By Editors | 14/06/2022

    Allowing credit cards to link with the UPI will provide consumers more payment options and greater convenience, the RBI said.

    Market Infrastructure

    HKMA Chief Outlines Plans to Enhance CMU Services

    By Editors | 13/06/2022

    The Central Moneymarkets Unit will be further commercialised and upgraded in phases over three years. A new platform will be launched in 2025.

    Market Infrastructure

    HKEX Launches VaR Platform for Clearing Participants

    By Editors | 13/06/2022

    The new platform introduces margin requirements based on individual stock volatility, instead of a flat margin rate across all securities.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Canadian Regulators Propose Revised Derivatives Reporting Rules

    By Manesh Samtani | 13/06/2022

    The CSA says the proposed rules will enable market participants to harmonise their reporting systems across multiple global regulators.

    ESG / Sustainability

    UK, Japan Formalise Arrangements on Regulatory Cooperation

    By Editors | 13/06/2022

    UK and Japan participants agreed to establish an innovation working group to provide a space for collaboration on payments, cryptoassets and financial innovation.

    Market Infrastructure

    Malaysia SC to Review Rules for Credit Rating Agencies

    By Editors | 13/06/2022

    The SC plans to make it a requirement for the majority of board members and the rating committee to be independent.

    Market Infrastructure

    FSB, IMF Conclude Second G20 Data Gaps Initiative

    By Editors | 09/06/2022

    A third data gaps initiative has been proposed, to address data gaps relating to climate change, fintech and financial inclusion, among other things.

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