Fintech / Regtech

The framework will impose restrictions on privacy coin listings, margin trading, derivative transactions and ICOs, and introduce new requirements to protect investors against hacks.

Fintech and cybersecurity were viewed as the areas with the largest skills shortage, followed by a skills gap in regulatory and compliance knowledge.

National Australia Bank plans to migrate more than 300 applications, including some core banking systems, to a public cloud by the end of 2019.

The powers granted under the bill allow law enforcement agencies to compel access to encrypted messages, which could have broader implications for financial services.

The HKMA has provided an update on the processing of virtual banking applications, saying it will shortlist one-third of remaining applicants with an aim to granting licences in Q1 2019.

ICO issuers and digital asset exchanges will be regulated by the Securities Commission and subject to AML/CTF guidelines, as well as BNM laws and regulations relating to payments.

G20 nations have signed a joint declaration calling for regulation of crypto assets to combat money laundering and terrorist financing.

Rather than disintermediating centralised market infrastructure, DLT is being used to support centralised ecosystems, says Matthew Chan.

By moving to a blockchain platform, Calastone seeks to address the high cost of funds distribution and operational risk resulting from manual processes, older systems and legacy technology.

The HKMA and privacy commissioner have demanded security improvements after reporters were able to access top officials' credit reports through TransUnion's online service.