Markets & Infrastructure

Structural Regulation

CPMI Adopts Work Programme for 2024-25

By Mark Johnston | 27/05/2024

CPMI’s work programme includes work to enhance FMI resilience and create a framework for interlinking FPS.

Structural Regulation

Hong Kong REITs Allowed to Repurchase Treasury Units

By Editors | 27/05/2024

The requirements for SFC-authorised REITs are similar to those applicable to other listed entities, following rule amendments made last month.

Trading & Investment

SEBI Modifies Dynamic Price Bands for Derivatives Scrips

By Ajoy K Das | 25/05/2024

SEBI modified a rule for adjustments to dynamic price bands for scrips in the derivatives segment.

PEPs & Sanctions

Russian President Signs Decree Allowing Confiscation of US Assets

By Editors | 24/05/2024

Russian entities impacted by sanctions can seek compensation through US-owned properties, companies, bank accounts, or shares located in Russia.

Market Abuse

HK: Insider Trading Prosecution May Prompt Hedge Fund Closure

By Editors | 24/05/2024

“It is in the best interests of our investors to return their capital in an orderly manner,” a Segantii spokesperson said.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

HKMA Updates SPM Module to Drive Banking Sector Upskilling

By Editors | 24/05/2024

The revised SPM module is part of the HKMA’s effort to drive upskilling and reskilling of banking practitioners.

Payments & Settlements

CPMI Offers Analysis Of Fast Payment System Integration

By Mark Johnston | 24/05/2024

New report provides an analysis of the benefits and challenges associated with the integration of fast payment systems across borders.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

FCA Fines HSBC for Failures in Treatment of Customers

By Editors | 24/05/2024

The bank was fined GBP 6.3 million, on top of investing GBP 94 million to correct the issues and paying redress worth GBP 185 million.

Cryptocurrency

US House of Representatives Passes Digital Assets Bill

By Nithya Subramanian | 24/05/2024

The legislation provides a clear process to determine which digital asset transactions are subject to the SEC’s and CFTC’s jurisdiction.