Markets & Infrastructure

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    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    MAS to Consider Stronger Safeguards for Inter-bank Transfers

    By Nithya Subramanian | 27/06/2025

    Currently, with no built-in verification of recipient names, the onus is on the sender to ensure the accuracy of inter-bank transfers.

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    Trading & Investment

    China Launches First Offshore Gold Vault in Hong Kong

    By Manesh Samtani | 27/06/2025

    The Shanghai Gold Exchange also listed its first gold contracts on its International Board that can be delivered in Hong Kong.

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    Anti-Money Laundering

    MAS Issues New Guidance to Strengthen VCC Governance

    By Nithya Subramanian | 27/06/2025

    A thematic review revealed gaps in custody arrangements, director appointments, fund management substance, and AML controls.

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    Sustainable Finance

    HKMA, AIIB Agree to Support Emerging Asia Venture Capital

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/06/2025

    HKMA and AIIB will collaborate to invest in a portfolio of VC funds that prioritise green technology across emerging markets in Asia.

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    Structural Regulation

    SEBI Fines BSE for Unequal Information Access and Compliance Lapses

    By Nithya Subramanian | 27/06/2025

    SEBI said BSE’s systems allowed select clients early access to sensitive information, breaching transparency requirements and undermining market integrity.

    Conduct, Culture & Accountability

    Japan FSA Finalises Third Revision of Stewardship Code

    By Manesh Samtani | 27/06/2025

    The revisions will help to promote collaboration between institutional investors and improve transparency of the identities of beneficial shareholders.

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    Liquidity Risk

    BOK Revamps Liquidity Management Framework, Expands Access

    By Manesh Samtani | 27/06/2025

    Regular repo purchases will be introduced alongside an expansion of the range of eligible collateral and new participation incentives.

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    Stablecoins

    Stablecoins Fall Short of Sound Money Principles: BIS

    By Nithya Subramanian | 27/06/2025

    However, a “tokenised unified ledger” can enhance efficiency and unlock new possibilities in cross-border payments, securities markets and beyond.

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    Structural Regulation

    CSRC Consults on Revisions to Brokerage Classification Framework

    By Mark Johnston | 27/06/2025

    The revised framework aims to refine the classification system and better align oversight with risk, governance, and national priorities.

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    Conduct, Culture & Accountability

    Thailand Launches Initiatives to Boost Listed Company Value

    By Manesh Samtani | 27/06/2025

    The stock exchange and securities regulator announced two new programmes to enhance corporate governance, transparency, and investor confidence.

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