MARKET INFRASTRUCTURE

AML / KYC

HKMA Refines Rules for Onshore RMB Cross-Border Trade Conversion

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/06/2025

HKMA has updated rules for CNY cross-border trade conversions, clarifying bank obligations under the RMB settlement scheme.

AML / KYC

Hong Kong Consults on Virtual Asset Dealers and Custodians Rules

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/06/2025

FSTB and SFC are consulting on virtual asset regulatory regimes for OTC trading services and custodian services.

Market Infrastructure

Cboe Applies for Australian Listings Licence in Challenge to ASX

By Editors | 29/06/2025

Cboe Australia has applied to ASIC to launch a listings market in Q3, seeking to position itself as a lower-cost alternative to the ASX.

Market Infrastructure

US Bill Seeks Increased Transparency in China’s Exchange Rate Practices

By Editors | 28/06/2025

The China Exchange Rate Transparency Act aims to hold China accountable for its currency policies through increased IMF scrutiny.

Securities / Derivatives

China Launches First Offshore Gold Vault in Hong Kong

By Manesh Samtani | 27/06/2025

The Shanghai Gold Exchange also listed its first gold contracts on its International Board that can be delivered in Hong Kong.

Market Infrastructure

HKMA, AIIB Agree to Support Emerging Asia Venture Capital

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/06/2025

HKMA and AIIB will collaborate to invest in a portfolio of VC funds that prioritise green technology across emerging markets in Asia.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Hong Kong Issue Second Policy on Digital Assets Development

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/06/2025

The new policy statement introduces the “LEAP” framework, building on the first policy statement issued in October 2022.

Market Infrastructure

RBI Extends Market Hours for Call Money and Repo Transactions

By Editors | 26/06/2025

RBI extends call money and repo market hours to boost efficiency, facilitate market development, and align with global practices.

Market Infrastructure

ASIC Appoints Expert Panel for ASX Governance Inquiry

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/06/2025

ASIC says the inquiry panel will make recommendations by 31 March 2026 to address shortcomings within ASX Group.