MARKET INFRASTRUCTURE

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    Securities / Derivatives

    China Launches First Offshore Gold Vault in Hong Kong

    By Manesh Samtani | 27/06/2025

    The Shanghai Gold Exchange also listed its first gold contracts on its International Board that can be delivered in Hong Kong.

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    Market Infrastructure

    HKMA, AIIB Agree to Support Emerging Asia Venture Capital

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/06/2025

    HKMA and AIIB will collaborate to invest in a portfolio of VC funds that prioritise green technology across emerging markets in Asia.

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    Crypto / Digital Assets

    Hong Kong Issue Second Policy on Digital Assets Development

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/06/2025

    The new policy statement introduces the “LEAP” framework, building on the first policy statement issued in October 2022.

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    Market Infrastructure

    RBI Extends Market Hours for Call Money and Repo Transactions

    By Editors | 26/06/2025

    RBI extends call money and repo market hours to boost efficiency, facilitate market development, and align with global practices.

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    Market Infrastructure

    ASIC Appoints Expert Panel for ASX Governance Inquiry

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/06/2025

    ASIC says the inquiry panel will make recommendations by 31 March 2026 to address shortcomings within ASX Group.

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    AML / KYC

    New Zealand’s FMA Sets Out Priorities for the Coming 12 Months

    By Thisanka Siripala | 26/06/2025

    The FMA’s regulatory priorities for the financial sector focus on conduct, innovation, and consumer protection.

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    Market Infrastructure

    APRA Sets New Expectations for Super Funds on Expenditure

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/06/2025

    APRA is calling for a greater focus on member outcomes and robust expenditure management frameworks.

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    Crypto / Digital Assets

    Hong Kong to Set High Bar for Stablecoin Licences

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 25/06/2025

    HKMA CEO Eddie Yue said only a “handful” of licences will likely be granted, reflecting the regulator’s “cautious approach” and the need for user protection.

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    Fintech / Regtech

    India’s NPCI to Launch Clearing System Upgrade in July, Dubbed “NACH 3.0”

    By Nithya Subramanian | 25/06/2025

    The upgraded platform provides enhanced security and a revamped user interface to improve reliability and customer experience.

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    Market Infrastructure

    SEBI Panel to Review Clearing Corporations’ Fee Independence

    By Mark Johnston | 25/06/2025

    SEBI has formed a working group to study the financial independence of clearing corporations and issues relating to their cost structures and transaction charges.

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