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Crypto / Digital Assets
HKMA Announces Launch of Digital Bond Grant Scheme
By Editors | 30/11/2024
The scheme offers grants of up to HK$2.5mn for each eligible digital bond issuance to promote bond tokenisation in Hong Kong.
Fintech / Regtech
Japan Report Calls for Urgent Action to Address Quantum Risks
By Thisanka Siripala | 30/11/2024
Japanese FIs should have quantum-resistant cryptographic algorithms within high-priority systems ready for use by the mid-2030s.
Market Infrastructure
BOK Cuts Rates Again in Response to Trade Uncertainties
By Editors | 30/11/2024
This is the first back-to-back rate cut since 2019, signalling concerns over the clouded outlook for Korea’s export-reliant economy.
Market Infrastructure
Australian Parliament Passes First Tranche of Privacy Law Reforms
By Editors | 29/11/2024
The reforms expand the OAIC’s powers, giving it monitoring, investigative and inspection powers and the ability to issue infringement and compliance notices.
Market Infrastructure
Russian Central Bank Intervenes to Support Crashing Ruble
By Manesh Samtani | 29/11/2024
The ruble’s sharp fall to levels not seen since March 2022 is attributed to sanctions imposed by the US on Gazprombank.
AML / KYC
FCA Unveils New 5-year Strategy to Boost Trust in UK Market
By Editors | 29/11/2024
FCA chief operating officer Emily Shepperd said tackling financial crime is one of four pillars of the new strategy.
Market Infrastructure
ASX Targets 2029 Delivery for CHESS Replacement Project
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 28/11/2024
Release 1 (clearing services) will be delivered by 2026 and Release 2 (settlement and subregister services) in 2029.
Securities / Derivatives
SEBI Proposes to Diversify Ownership of Clearing Corporations
By Editors | 26/11/2024
SEBI proposes two options to diversify ownership of clearing corporations to allow them to operate as public utilities free from commercial, profit-making considerations.
Fintech / Regtech
IOSCO Publishes Final Guidance on Post Trade Risk Reduction Services
By Manesh Samtani | 26/11/2024
The guidance addresses risks relating to control and governance around algorithms, fair treatment of participants, data protection, and other areas.
Market Infrastructure
Hong Kong Completes Transition to Multiple CRA Operating Model
By Editors | 26/11/2024
The migration of consumer credit reference services to “Credit Data Smart” was completed on 24 November. HKMA welcomed the “milestone”.
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