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Securities / Derivatives

IOSCO Consults on Overhaul of Disclosure Rules, Flags Valuation Weaknesses

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/11/2025

IOSCO is seeking feedback on a new issuer disclosure framework and has highlighted persistent weaknesses in financial valuations.

Fintech / Regtech

HKMA Unveils 'Fintech 2030' Strategy to Boost AI, Tokenisation

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/11/2025

The new 'DART' strategy includes over 40 initiatives focused on data, AI, resilience and tokenisation to bolster Hong Kong's fintech hub status.

Securities / Derivatives

IOSCO Urges Tougher Application of Principles for ESG Benchmarks

By Manesh Samtani | 04/11/2025

IOSCO says existing rules are a base, but supplemental guidance is needed to tackle greenwashing and subjective data risks in ESG indices.

Securities / Derivatives

IOSCO Finalises Global Pre-Hedging Guidance for Dealers

By Manesh Samtani | 03/11/2025

IOSCO has published ten recommendations focusing on client benefit, consent, disclosure, and conduct risk management for the practice.

Fintech / Regtech

APRA to Consult on Easing New Operational Risk Standard

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 03/11/2025

APRA is proposing targeted changes to its new operational risk standard following industry feedback on dealing with market-mandated providers.

Securities / Derivatives

Cboe to Exit Australia in Global Listings Retreat, ASIC Vows Orderly Sale

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 03/11/2025

The move is part of a global exit from corporate listings, coming just weeks after Cboe Australia was approved by ASIC to challenge the ASX's monopoly.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Delays T+0 Stock Settlement Rollout for Brokers Again

By Editors | 03/11/2025

SEBI cited technological and operational readiness challenges at major brokers for the second postponement of the optional same-day settlement system.

Securities / Derivatives

HKEX Details Exemption Process for Northbound HFT Reporting

By Editors | 03/11/2025

A new mandatory checklist and updated technical specifications have been released for firms seeking exemption from HFT reporting under Stock Connect.

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China Expands Southbound ETF Connect to Include US-Linked Funds

By Manesh Samtani | 03/11/2025

The expansion follows a relaxation of eligibility rules and marks the first time mainland investors can access US equities via the scheme.