SECURITIES / DERIVATIVES

Securities / Derivatives

IOSCO Unveils Roadmap to Enhance Retail Investor Online Safety

By Mark Johnston | 20/11/2024

IOSCO released three consultation reports as part of the first wave of the roadmap to retail investor online safety.

Enforcement

US Authorities Penalise BIT Mining Over Japan Bribery Scheme

By Mark Johnston | 20/11/2024

The bribery scheme was aimed at influencing Japanese officials in an attempt to establish an integrated resort casino in Japan.

Market Infrastructure

CSRC to Launch New Round of Market Reforms

By Editors | 20/11/2024

Top CSRC officials said at the HKEX Connect Summit that a better environment will be created for international investors.

Securities / Derivatives

CSRC Issues New Market Value Management Guidelines

By Manesh Samtani | 20/11/2024

The guidelines require companies trading below their net asset value for 12 months to formulate and disclose a valuation improvement plan.

Market Infrastructure

ESMA Proposes 11 October 2027 for Migration to T+1 Settlement

By Manesh Samtani | 19/11/2024

ESMA says 11 October 2027 is the optimal date for the transition, and that it must be coordinated with other jurisdictions in Europe.

Fintech / Regtech

SEBI Proposes Reforms to Make Firms Responsible for AI Use

By Nithya Subramanian | 19/11/2024

SEBI is proposing amendments that will make MIIs, intermediaries and other regulated entities accountable for their use of AI/ML tools.

Market Infrastructure

HKEX, HSIL Launch New Index Focused on Stock Connect

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 19/11/2024

The ‘Stock Connect China Enterprises Index’, or SCCEA, will track the largest Chinese companies under the Stock Connect scheme.

Market Infrastructure

Philippines Launches Peso Interest Rate Swaps Market

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 18/11/2024

The PESO IRS market will help deepen the capital market, boost trading and liquidity, and promote the development of yield curves.

AML / KYC

SEBI Simplifies Registration Process for Certain FPI Applicants

By Nithya Subramanian | 18/11/2024

Eligible FPIs can submit an abridged application form, reducing duplication and streamlining the registration process.