MARKET INFRASTRUCTURE

AML / KYC

Malaysia SC Makes Key Appointments

By Samuel Riding | 22/11/2016

Regulator appoints Gumuri Hussain as executive chairman of Audit Oversight Board; Foo Lee Mei as chief regulatory officer.

Market Infrastructure

China Opens Interbank Bond Market to 7 US Hedge Funds

By Samuel Riding | 22/11/2016

Bridgewater Associates hedge funds are among 419 new market entrants in October.

Market Infrastructure

SEBI Said to Allow Overseas Investment for ‘Angel Funds’

By Samuel Riding | 22/11/2016

Proposal rumoured to be issued this week will also cut minimum investment requirement.

Market Infrastructure

BSP Shuts 20th Lender in 2016

By Samuel Riding | 21/11/2016

‘Ailing’ rural bank had total deposit liabilities of USD573,845, insured deposits of USD493,305.

Market Infrastructure

HKMA Eases Internet Banking Rules

By Samuel Riding | 21/11/2016

Increased transaction limit comes with warning on controls and customer education.

Market Infrastructure

India to Develop Sharia Banking Framework

By Samuel Riding | 21/11/2016

Central bank says introduction faces ‘various regulatory and supervisory challenges’.

Market Infrastructure

CSRC ‘Punishes’ Investor for Illegal Stock Connect Trading

By Samuel Riding | 21/11/2016

Regulator has recently warned of market manipulation; Shenzhen-HK link due to launch this month

AML / KYC

FSB Sets Out 2017 Agenda

By Samuel Riding | 18/11/2016

Upcoming reports and consultations cover correspondent banking, conduct and derivatives regulation.

Market Infrastructure

CSRC Consolidates Control of Enforcement Bureau

By Samuel Riding | 18/11/2016

Regulator says move is continuation of efforts to enhance coordination and management.