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Market Data & Technology
Hong Kong Lawmaker Asks HKEX to Lower Market Data Fees
By Manesh Samtani | 16/01/2021
HKEX’s monthly fees for retail investors are higher than other stock exchanges, which may have implications for stockbrokers that serve retail investors, says a new report.
Trading & Investment
UPDATED – Tokyo Bourse Sets Launch Date for CONNEQTOR Platform
By Editors | 14/01/2021
The platform has been in development as part of efforts to improve the liquidity of ETFs and improve convenience for institutional investors.
Trading & Investment
China Enhances Market Maker Rules for Interbank FX Market
By Editors | 13/01/2021
SAFE has lowered the entry threshold for firms looking to participate in market making in the interbank foreign exchange market.
Market Data & Technology
DSB Launches Consultation on Fee Structure for UPI
By Editors | 12/01/2021
Market participants are invited to provide feedback on the assumptions and proposals that will underpin the fee model for the UPI.
Market Data & Technology
HKEX to Introduce New Market Access Platform in Q3 2021
By Editors | 30/12/2020
Phase 1 will involve the technical migration from the Orion Central Gateway to the new Cash Market Gateway in Q3 2021.
Structural Regulation
Malaysia: BNM Tasks Committee With Benchmark Reform Objectives
By Editors | 22/12/2020
The Financial Markets Committee will be tasked with overseeing the development of an alternative reference rate for Malaysia and deciding on whether to retain KLIBOR.
Structural Regulation
Hong Kong Bourse to Introduce Paperless IPO Regime in July
By Editors | 21/12/2020
From 5 July 2021, listing documents must be published solely in an electronic format, and new subscriptions must be made through online channels only.
Market Data & Technology
ANNA Announces Expansion of ISIN-to-LEI Mapping Initiative
By Editors | 16/12/2020
The linking of ISINs and LEIs effectively links issuers to the issuance of securities, thereby improving transparency and aiding risk and exposure management.
Structural Regulation
SEBI Consults on New Rules for Index Providers
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 15/12/2020
SEBI proposes rules for index providers that conform to IOSCO requirements, to align India’s practices with those observed in foreign jurisdictions.
Clearing & Post-Trade
SmartStream Wins Best Solution in Corporate Actions & Reporting
By Editors | 15/12/2020
Smartstream provides a highly flexible solution which helps financial institutions to dramatically improve their corporate actions lifecycle management processes and reduce cost.
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