AI, Technology & Data

Reporting & Disclosures

Taiwan FSC Announces Measures to Enhance Capital Markets

By Darien Choong | 05/09/2022

The measures include an ESG information platform for listed companies and enhancements to TAIFEX’s new OTC derivatives clearing service.

Cybersecurity

Singapore Cybersecurity Agency Warns of Increasing Cybercrime

By Darien Choong | 04/09/2022

Disparate cyber norms, ecosystems and standards could emerge across the globe due to decreasing reliance on Western technology as a result of geopolitical tensions.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

FBI Calls on DeFi Platforms to Bolster Safeguards Against Theft

By Editors | 04/09/2022

DeFi platforms are asked to institute real time analytics, monitoring, rigorous code testing, and incident response plans.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

SFC Finds Deficiencies in Investment Services Offered Online

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 02/09/2022

The SFC is calling on licenced corporations to address regulatory deficiencies identified in some investment services offered online.

Cloud & Infrastructure

HKMA Issues Guidance on Managing Cloud Computing Risks

By Manesh Samtani | 02/09/2022

Banks’ agreements with CSPs should ensure the HKMA can access information stored in the cloud and relevant risk management controls for on-site examinations.

Cloud & Infrastructure

HKMA to Launch API Link from CCRA to CDI in Q4

By Manesh Samtani | 01/09/2022

Banks are encouraged to access credit data in the CCRA database via the CDI, to help them automate credit approvals and enhance efficiency.

Operational Risk

BIS Examines Adequacy of Operational Resilience Requirements

By Editors | 31/08/2022

Bigtech groups that are interconnected within the financial industry should be subject to group-wide requirements on operational resilience.

Structural Regulation

Singapore to Launch New Work Pass to Draw Overseas Talent

By Editors | 30/08/2022

“We cannot leave any room for investors to doubt or have questions as to whether Singapore remains open,” said Manpower Minister Tan See Leng.

Trading & Investment

Sri Lanka Launches Third Phase of Capital Market Digitisation

By Duruthu E Chandrasekera | 30/08/2022

SEC chairman Viraj Dayaratna said the CSE will introduce new products, including paper gold, SPACs, Islamic products, structured warrants and green bonds.