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Fintech / Regtech
PFMI Applies to Global Stablecoins, CPMI & IOSCO Confirm
By Editors | 07/10/2021
The transfer function of a stablecoin arrangement is “comparable” to the transfer function performed by other types of financial market infrastructures.
Market Infrastructure
EDPB Issues Opinion on Adequacy of Korea Data Protection Regime
By Editors | 07/10/2021
The EDPB says Korea’s data protection framework presents “numerous similarities” to Europe’s, but certain aspects may require “a closer look and clarification”.
Market Infrastructure
Singapore Launches New Cybersecurity Strategy
By Mark Johnston | 06/10/2021
The strategy is underpinned by two foundational enablers: the development of a more vibrant cybersecurity ecosystem, and a more robust cyber workforce.
Market Infrastructure
GRI Puts Human Rights at Heart of New Standards
By ESG Investor | 06/10/2021
Sustainability reporting body provides greater clarity on materiality, launches sector-specific standards, strengthens the governance disclosures.
Market Infrastructure
CBSL Roadmap Outlines Six Month Plan to Stabilise Sri Lanka
By Duruthu E Chandrasekera | 06/10/2021
Export proceeds must be repatriated and converted to local currency. The loan moratorium will be unwound gradually. Liquidity support will be provided to banks.
Big Picture
IAIS Warns of Climate Risks Faced by Insurance Sector
By Ranamita Chakraborty | 06/10/2021
The IAIS estimates more than 35 percent of insurers’ investment assets are “climate-relevant”, i.e. exposed to climate risks.
Big Picture
FIA Calls for Deference in Derivatives Market Regulation
By Ranamita Chakraborty | 05/10/2021
FIA calls on regulators to recognise comparable home country regulation to promote more efficient and less costly market access.
Market Infrastructure
BSP Urges Passage of Bill to Tackle Rising Cybercrime
By Ranamita Chakraborty | 05/10/2021
The bill will strengthen the legal framework for financial consumer welfare and foster greater public awareness on cybersecurity, the BSP said.
ESG / Sustainability
IASB Launches Post Implementation Review of IFRS 9
By Editors | 05/10/2021
Among other areas, the review seeks input on the application of IFRS 9 to financial instruments with sustainability-linked features and cash flows linked to ESG targets.
Fintech / Regtech
HKMA Seeks Input on Technical Design for Retail CBDC
By Manesh Samtani | 05/10/2021
The technical architecture proposed in a new whitepaper includes a privacy preservation arrangement that also allows for transaction traceability.
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