Securities / Derivatives

Market Infrastructure

India’s CCIL Proposes to Create Infrastructure for UMR Compliance

By Manesh Samtani | 28/09/2022

CCIL says market participants have expressed a desire since 2016 for it to provide the centralised infrastructure needed for UMR compliance.

AML / KYC

SFC Shines Regulatory Spotlight on Online Platforms

By Hannah Cassidy | 28/09/2022

Hannah Cassidy and Natalie Curtis discuss key areas of concern for the SFC in relation to the online platforms operated by licensed firms.

AML / KYC

AUSTRAC Identifies Emerging AML Risks Facing Super Funds

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 28/09/2022

Super funds are exposed to cyber crime, as well as AML risks resulting from the growth in merger activity across the sector.

Securities / Derivatives

NZ FMA Proposes to Update Guidance on Broker Obligations

By Editors | 28/09/2022

The FMA is proposing to update its 2014 guidance to align with regulatory updates and incorporate additional guidance for custodians.

ESG / Sustainability

Bursa Malaysia Updates Sustainability Reporting Framework

By Editors | 27/09/2022

By 2025, all Main Market listed issuers will be reporting TCFD-aligned disclosures and internalising climate change considerations in their business strategies.

Securities / Derivatives

Tokyo Bourse Issues Guidance on Making English Disclosures

By Editors | 26/09/2022

The TSE says the disclosure of corporate information in English is becoming increasingly important to attract foreign investment.

Fintech / Regtech

SEBI to Tighten Rules on Algo Trading Offered to Retail

By Editors | 26/09/2022

SEBI will scrutinise firms offering algorithmic trading services that claim high returns but cannot be audited or validated.

Crypto / Digital Assets

ICMA Publishes Guidance on DLT-based Bonds

By Editors | 26/09/2022

The FAQs are designed to provide “non-experts” a basic understanding of DLT bonds and their impact on capital markets.

Market Infrastructure

Japan Commences Holiday Trading in Derivatives Market

By Editors | 25/09/2022

Holiday trading is now allowed on Osaka Exchange and TOCOM – for index and commodity futures and options.