Securities / Derivatives

Market Infrastructure

SGX, IDX to Explore Dual Listings Under New MoU

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/01/2024

SGX and IDX will explore collaboration on depositary receipts, ETF cross-listings, index development, and dual listings.

Fintech / Regtech

CFTC Consults on AI Uses and Risks in Derivatives Markets

By Editors | 30/01/2024

Responses will inform analysis on whether the CFTC should issue guidance or regulations on the use of AI in derivatives markets.

Fintech / Regtech

BOT, SET Push New Digital Payments Infrastructure on Businesses

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/01/2024

The BOT and SET are promoting the use of a new payment infrastructure called “PromptBiz” to facilitate the digitalisation of the business sector.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Harvest Becomes First Hong Kong Applicant for Spot Bitcoin ETF

By Manesh Samtani | 30/01/2024

Harvest Global Investments has applied to list a spot Bitcoin ETF in Hong Kong, and also plans to participate in HKMA’s stablecoin sandbox.

Securities / Derivatives

India’s IFSCA Issues Eligibility Criteria for Accredited Investors

By Ajoy K Das | 30/01/2024

The GIFT City regulator has specified criteria for individuals, sole proprietorships and other investment entities who can be deemed accredited investors.

Capital / Liquidity

FRTB in APAC: Challenges, Solutions, and Strategic Implementation 

By Yingqi Zhu | 30/01/2024

Despite its challenges, FRTB presents an opportunity for banks to modernise and for the industry to enhance stability and sophistication, says Yingqi Zhu.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Extends Deadline for Market Rumour Verification Rule

By Ajoy K Das | 29/01/2024

The regulator said the extension was necessary to finalise industry standards and implement certain legal amendments.

Capital / Liquidity

BOK Allows Non-banks to Participate in Open Market Operations

By Editors | 29/01/2024

Asset management firms, mutual savings banks and credit unions will be eligible to participate in MSB auctions and repo transactions with the central bank.

Securities / Derivatives

CSRC Adds More Securities Lending Curbs to Boost Stock Market

By Manesh Samtani | 29/01/2024

Shareholders are no longer allowed to lend shares during their lock-up period. Borrowed shares will no longer be available on the same day.