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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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