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Custody & Infrastructure
Coverage of regulatory requirements, technological advancements, and market trends in the secure storage and management of digital assets for institutions and retail investors.
Cryptocurrency
FSC Korea to Launch Virtual Asset Committee This Month
By Editors | 18/09/2024
The committee will discuss issues including a second stage of legislation for the virtual asset market and potential approval of spot crypto ETFs in Korea.
Cryptocurrency
Switzerland’s SIX Explores Launching Crypto Exchange
By Thisanka Siripala | 18/09/2024
The platform is expected to cater to the growing institutional interest in the crypto space, rather than retail investors.
Tokenisation
More Than 40 Private Sector Firms Join BIS Project Agora
By Manesh Samtani | 17/09/2024
Seven central banks will work with more than 40 financial firms to explore how tokenisation can enhance wholesale cross-border payments.
Payments & Settlements
SRS Funds Processing Goes Live on Singapore’s New Funds Infrastructure
By Manesh Samtani | 17/09/2024
The Fundnode platform aims to reduce settlement times for the Singapore funds industry from T+7 to T+2.
Custody & Infrastructure
US SEC Penalises Fund Adviser Over FTX-Linked Losses
By Nithya Subramanian | 04/09/2024
Galois Capital Management used crypto trading platforms like FTX to hold crypto assets for fund investors instead of qualified custodians.
Stablecoins
UDPN Integrates AUDD Stablecoin into Global Platform
By Editors | 04/09/2024
The integration is expected to accelerate the adoption of AUDD, and reduce friction in international payments.
Custody & Infrastructure
Taiwan Allows Foreign Investors to Designate Multiple Custodians
By Editors | 31/08/2024
Foreign institutional investors are now allowed to appoint up to four custodians to handle their dealings in Taiwan securities markets.
Custody & Infrastructure
WFE Offers Recommendations on Crypto Custody Practices
By Editors | 30/08/2024
The recommendations draw lessons from traditional finance to guide crypto custody providers in creating a safer space for investors.
Custody & Infrastructure
Thai SEC Enhances Governance Standards for Crypto Firms
By Editors | 27/08/2024
Crypto firms must have at least five directors on their board, including two independent directors, and establish an audit committee.
Custody & Infrastructure
SFC Finds ‘Unsatisfactory Practices’ at Some Crypto Firms
By Editors | 23/08/2024
The SFC found an overreliance on just a few executives for custody and inadequate safeguards against cybercrime risks.
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