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Securities / Derivatives

Shanghai’s New Tech Board to Commence Trading Within 2 Months

By Editors | 15/06/2019

China has held a launch ceremony for Shanghai’s new board, termed the ‘SSE STAR Market’. Trading is expected to commence within 2 months with about 30 companies.

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Singapore, UK to Enhance Cooperation on Cyber Security

By Editors | 14/06/2019

Authorities in Singapore and the UK have agreed to enhance cooperation in cyber security, data connectivity, talent development and green finance.

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RBA Proposes Financial Penalties for Slow NPP Adoption

By Editors | 14/06/2019

The RBA recommends the introduction of an enforceable sanctions regime and possible financial penalties for NPP participants that do not support core capabilities within a specific period of time.

Big Picture

DLT Can Enhance Settlement Systems, But Not Replace Them

By Manesh Samtani | 14/06/2019

A new paper from Greenwich Associates says DLT cannot replace settlement infrastructure entirely without imposing the very costs it was designed to reduce.

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China Issues Draft Rules on Cross-border Data Flows

By Manesh Samtani | 14/06/2019

It is difficult to see how prior regulatory approval of every transfer of personal data from China is workable, says Hogan Lovells partner Mark Parsons.

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Practical Steps for Compliance with MAS’ IAC Guidelines

By Grace Chong | 14/06/2019

Grace Chong at global law firm Simmons & Simmons analyses the implications of MAS’ Individual Accountability and Conduct Guidelines, and sets out the practical steps to be taken.

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Japan Delays Pension Reform Amid Political Fallout

By Editors | 13/06/2019

An FSA report which highlighted the insufficiency of Japan’s pension system has been withdrawn by the government ahead of a national election.

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UPDATED – Shanghai-London Connect to Start Trading 17 June

By Editors | 13/06/2019

GDRs issued by Huatai Securities will be admitted to the Shanghai-London Stock Connect segment of the LSE on 20 June, when trading will commence.

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Hong Kong Proposes Insurance Connect with China

By Editors | 13/06/2019

The proposed plan will allow Hong Kong insurers to set up offices in Guangdong and Macau, part of a large integration plan for the Greater Bay Area.