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Enforcement
SEBI Fines NSE, Infotech, Six Others Over Algo Trading Scandal
By Editors | 04/07/2022
NSE awarded a contract to Infotech despite conflicts of interest. Confidential NSE data was then misused to develop algorithmic trading software.
Crypto / Digital Assets
FSB Plenary Highlights Continued Financial Stability Concerns
By Editors | 03/07/2022
The FSB expressed concerns over the outlook for financial stability, volatility in commodity markets, and strains in crypto-asset markets.
Enforcement
Tougher Enforcement, Regulation on ESG Funds a “Wake-up Call”
By ESG Investor | 03/07/2022
DWS whistle-blower Desiree Fixler welcomes enforcement action as necessary to deal with greenwashing.
Enforcement
SEBI Fines NSE, Officials, Brokers in Colocation Case
By Editors | 02/07/2022
SEBI fined the NSE, five officials, Sampark Infotainment, two brokerage firms and nine other individuals connected to the case.
ESG / Sustainability
SC Malaysia Launches New Framework for SRI-Linked Sukuk
By Editors | 02/07/2022
Issuers can use SRI-linked sukuk proceeds for general purpose, subject to their commitments to future improvements for sustainability outcomes within a predefined timeline.
Capital / Liquidity
BCBS Issues New Consultation on Banks’ Cryptoasset Exposures
By Manesh Samtani | 01/07/2022
Total bank exposures to Group 2 cryptossets would be capped at 1% of Tier 1 capital. Banks would be permitted to recognise hedging for certain Group 2 cryptoassets.
Fintech / Regtech
Thai SEC Launches Open Data Portal to Enhance Transparency
By Editors | 30/06/2022
The data centre provides information on business operators, licensed individuals, and the products available – including digital assets.
Securities / Derivatives
China Expands Foreign Investor Access to Exchange Bond Market
By Darien Choong | 30/06/2022
Foreign institutional investors permitted to participate in the interbank bond market are also allowed to participate in both the SSE and SZSE’s exchange bond markets
Securities / Derivatives
SEBI Announces Decision to Allow FPIs to Trade Commodity Derivatives
By Editors | 30/06/2022
FPIs will be allowed to trade non-agri commodity derivatives and select non-agri benchmark indices. Only cash-settled contracts will be allowed.
ESG / Sustainability
SFC Reviewing Market Practices to Guard Against Risk
By Manesh Samtani | 30/06/2022
Reviews underway cover concentration risk in OTC derivatives markets, risk management at futures brokers, and block trading practices.
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