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Anti-Money Laundering
US Treasury Seeks Input on Illicit Finance Risks in Crypto
By Editors | 19/09/2022
The RFC calls for input on how to prevent crypto from being used for illicit finance, including through analytics tools and AML/CFT regulations.
Tokenisation
FSTB, SFC Declare Support for STO Business in Hong Kong
By Editors | 19/09/2022
The SFC’s Elizabeth Wong said firms that are interested in STOs are encouraged to discuss their proposals with the regulator’s Fintech unit.
Cybersecurity
CyberSecurity Malaysia, MX Global Partner on Digital Assets
By Editors | 19/09/2022
The collaboration includes research and development, joint solution development, and cyber risk training and awareness programmes.
CBDCs
ECB Selects Five Firms to Develop CBDC User Interfaces
By Editors | 18/09/2022
CaixaBank, Worldline, EPI, Nexi and Amazon will each focus on one specific use case of a digital euro in the prototyping exercise, the ECB said.
Cryptocurrency
Thai SEC Proposes to Ban Crypto Lending, Staking Services
By Editors | 18/09/2022
A minimum investment amount is also proposed for each digital asset transaction. Meanwhile, the SEC is considering allowing asset managers to set up digital asset funds.
DeFi & Web3
BIS, HKMA to Explore Use of DeFi Tools for SME Finance
By Editors | 18/09/2022
Project Dynamo will study whether and how DeFi tools such as blockchain and smart contracts can improve access to finance for SMEs.
CBDCs
US Unveils Comprehensive Plans for Regulating Digital Assets
By Manesh Samtani | 18/09/2022
Reports released by the White House, Treasury, Commerce and DOJ will help ensure a coordinated and comprehensive approach to digital assets policy.
PEPs & Sanctions
OFAC Issues Guidance on Transacting With Tornado Cash
By Editors | 18/09/2022
US persons may request a specific licence from OFAC to complete transactions involving sanctioned crypto mixer Tornado Cash.
Sustainable Finance
MAS Launches New Transformation Map for Financial Industry
By Editors | 16/09/2022
MAS will promote the FX trading ecosystem, enhance fund structures, support fintechs, improve its bond infrastructure, and scale up sustainable and transition financing.
Emerging Prudential Risks
BCBS Advances Work to Ensure Banking System Resilience
By Editors | 15/09/2022
The BCBS agreed to continue assessing bank use of AI/machine learning, finalise a crypto framework by year-end, and develop measures to address climate risks.
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