SECURITIES / DERIVATIVES

Fintech / Regtech

FSS Korea Issues New Guidelines on Short Selling Controls

By Manesh Samtani | 22/08/2024

The FSS is aiming to have institutional investors implement new systems and controls to guard against naked short selling by the end of Q4 this year.

Market Infrastructure

Transitioning to T+1 Settlement: Lessons for Asian Firms

By Nithya Subramanian | 22/08/2024

Asia Pacific jurisdictions are increasingly considering moving to a T+1 securities settlement cycle following the US move in May, says DTCC’s Val Wotton.

ESG / Sustainability

ASX Commences Trading in New Natural Gas Futures Contract

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 21/08/2024

ASX said the Wallumbilla Natural Gas Futures contract will help investors hedge energy transition risks and more confidently invest in decarbonisation initiatives.

Securities / Derivatives

Korea Introduces New Rules for Online Investment Advisers

By Editors | 21/08/2024

Firms that offer investment advice through social media and stock trading chatrooms will be regulated as investment advisory firms.

Fintech / Regtech

SEBI Issues New Cybersecurity Framework for Regulated Entities

By Ajoy K Das | 21/08/2024

A cyber capability index (CCI) will be introduced as a benchmark for evaluating cybersecurity effectiveness and guiding necessary improvements.

Enforcement

US SEC’s WhatsApp Probe is Not Yet Over – Report

By Manesh Samtani | 21/08/2024

Penalties still expected against companies including BlackRock, Invesco, Charles Schwab, Blackstone, Apollo Global, Moody’s and S&P Global Ratings.

Securities / Derivatives

Hong Kong MPFA to Pursue Further Pension System Reforms

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 21/08/2024

The MPFA will make it easy for members to switch providers and expand the choices of REITs available to scheme members.

Securities / Derivatives

BSP Amends Rules for Banks on Equity Divestments

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 21/08/2024

The amended rules clarify expectations for banks to divest equity investments that are prohibited under applicable laws and regulations.

Securities / Derivatives

Korea’s FSS Warns Bond Investors of Interest Rate Risks

By Nithya Subramanian | 21/08/2024

The FSS warned investors that interest rate fluctuations, bond maturity and changes in the issuer’s credit status could result in losses.