Markets & Infrastructure

    Conduct, Culture & Accountability

    New Zealand to Propose Regulatory Framework for BNPL

    By Editors | 08/11/2022

    BNPL providers will be required to conduct affordability checks on customers above a proposed value of NZD 600.

    Data Privacy

    Regulatory Dynamics for FinTech in Asia Pacific

    By Ian Herbison | 08/11/2022

    Ian Herbison and Saskia Kendall discuss three dynamics shaping the APAC FinTech industry and the need for partnership between the public and private sectors.

    Payments & Settlements

    RBI Eases Requirements for Rural Banks to Offer Internet Banking

    By Editors | 08/11/2022

    The net worth requirement and net NPA eligibility criteria have been relaxed, to promote the spread of digital banking for customers in rural areas.

    Conduct, Culture & Accountability

    Federal Court Finds NAB Knowingly Overcharged Customers

    By Editors | 08/11/2022

    NAB became aware of the issue in January 2017 and did not stop overcharging customers until February 2019, court documents say.

    Payments & Settlements

    HK Banks Offer ‘PAPT’ Option for Mortgage Refinance Transactions

    By Editors | 08/11/2022

    The PAPT is being introduced to address risks that could arise for residential mortgage customers if a law firm handling a transaction is suspended.

    Structural Regulation

    “Incremental” Progress Made to Advance OTC Derivatives Reforms

    By Manesh Samtani | 08/11/2022

    The latest FSB progress report highlights efforts from China, India, Korea, and Indonesia to further implement reforms in OTC derivatives markets.

    Trading & Investment

    NYSE, IDX Agree to Cooperate on Product Development

    By Editors | 08/11/2022

    The New York and Indonesian exchange agreed to collaborate on product development, market promotion, and knowledge sharing.

    Conduct, Culture & Accountability

    CSRC Launches Upgraded Investor Complaints Service

    By Editors | 07/11/2022

    The CSRC said the enhancements will make it easier for investors to report issues they encounter and improve processing speed and efficiency.

    Structural Regulation

    Australia Postpones Financial Adviser Registration Requirement

    By Editors | 07/11/2022

    Legislation passed last October required financial advisers to register with ASIC by 1 January 2023. The new deadline is 1 July 2023.

    Custody & Infrastructure

    Goldman, MSCI, Coin Metrics Launch Taxonomy for Digital Assets

    By Editors | 07/11/2022

    The taxonomy classifies coins and tokens based on how they are used to facilitate digital asset portfolio analysis, monitoring, benchmarking, and risk management.

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