Markets & Infrastructure

    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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