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Structural Regulation
Super Funds Oppose Plan for Independent Directors
By Editors | 16/10/2015
Union-backed superannuation funds are urging Australia’s prime minister to scrap new legislation which would force them to ensure that one-third of directors including the chairman are independent.
Trading & Investment
Super Funds, Tax Policy Holding Back Bond Market
By Editors | 16/10/2015
David Murray has pointed the finger at superannuation fund trustees and a distortive tax system for Australia’s underdeveloped corporate bond market, which he says is hurting companies and retirees.
Trading & Investment
SEBI Seeks to End Rating Suspensions by Agencies
By Editors | 16/10/2015
The Securities and Exchange Board of India has asked credit rating agencies to suggest ways to avoid rating suspensions if a company stops providing adequate information.
AI Risk & Governance
Reinventing Regulation
By Editors | 16/10/2015
Concern about regulation should take a backseat to discussions on how to reinvent the regulatory framework.
Payments & Settlements
Japan Launches New Payment and Settlement System
By Editors | 15/10/2015
The Bank of Japan has launched its renewed payment and settlement system BOJ-NET, its latest efforts to internationalise the Japanese yen,
Trading & Investment
Hong Kong to Introduce New Commodities Contracts
By Editors | 14/10/2015
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing plans to introduce London Nickel Mini Futures, London Tin Mini Futures and London Lead Mini Futures contracts.
Structural Regulation
Thailand Consults on Revised Crowdfunding Rules
By Editors | 14/10/2015
Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission is seeking public comments on proposed revisions to crowdfunding rules which have been in effect since May 2015.
Clearing & Post-Trade
SFC Chairman Pushes for OTC Derivatives Reform
By Editors | 14/10/2015
The chairman of the Securities and Futures Commission says there is no room for delay in the implementation of OTC derivatives reforms as international standards need to be met.
Data Privacy
Technology and Banking: Evolution or Revolution?
By Editors | 14/10/2015
In a changing technology landscape, data analytics, block chain and mobile payments are having the greatest impact on financial services.
Anti-Money Laundering
Three Wave Regulation: Sibos Day 1 Plenary
By Editors | 13/10/2015
Yawar Shah’s opening remarks focus attention on financial crime compliance and market infrastructure growth.
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