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Market Infrastructure
IBA Publishes Production Version of SOFR ICE Swap Rate
By Editors | 09/11/2021
The US dollar SOFR ICE Swap Rate will help the USD non-linear derivatives market in its ongoing transition to SOFR, said IBA president Tim Bowler.
Big Picture
FIA Calls for Greater Standardisation in Futures, Options Markets
By Editors | 08/11/2021
FIA recommends forming an independent standards body to start developing standards for trading and clearing of exchange-traded derivatives.
Market Infrastructure
Singapore, Philippines to Pursue Cross Border Payment Links
By Editors | 08/11/2021
MAS and the BSP have agreed to pursue real time and QR payment systems links to enable instant, seamless and low-cost cross-border payments.
Market Infrastructure
Hong Kong to Issue First HONIA Floating Rate Notes
By Manesh Samtani | 08/11/2021
The issuance is aimed at encouraging the private sector to issue similar products and develop of other HONIA-linked instruments.
Fintech / Regtech
Multi CBDC Bridge Project Moves to Test New Use Cases
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 07/11/2021
The mBridge project team has collaborated with private sector participants to identify 15 potential business use cases that are now being tested.
Market Infrastructure
China, EU Publish Common Sustainable Finance Taxonomy
By Manesh Samtani | 05/11/2021
The PBOC says the common taxonomy will help promote China-EU green investment and financing cooperation and cross-border activities, while reducing the cost of green certification.
ESG / Sustainability
Bank Compensation Practices More Advanced Than Other FIs: FSB
By Editors | 05/11/2021
The use of balanced scorecards based on KPIs in determining compensation is “critical” to promoting a sound risk culture in a firm, the FSB says.
Market Infrastructure
China Further Tightens Rules on Cross-border Data Transfers
By Editors | 05/11/2021
Government reviews will be mandatory if data exporters handle personal data of more than 1 million residents, or the “sensitive” personal data of more than 10,000 people.
Market Infrastructure
New Alliances Target Energy Infrastructure, Lower Emissions
By Mark Johnston | 05/11/2021
The GEAPP has committed $100bn to clean energy infrastructure. ADB announced a plan to finance early closures of coal plants in Indonesia and the Philippines.
ESG / Sustainability
NGFS Members Reaffirm Commitment to Climate Action
By Editors | 05/11/2021
The “NGFS Glasgow Declaration” pledges central banks and supervisors to continue fostering action on climate change and greening the financial system.
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