Markets & Infrastructure

    Conduct, Culture & Accountability

    SFC Bans BNP Representative for Unauthorised Discretionary Trading

    By Editors | 29/03/2022

    The relationship manager asked clients to pre-sign blank instruction forms so he could place trades for their accounts without having to inform them in advance.

    Structural Regulation

    Thailand SEC Unveils 2022-2024 Strategic Plan

    By Editors | 29/03/2022

    The SEC will seek to enhance competitiveness, ensure inclusiveness, and strengthen trust and confidence in the capital market.

    AI Risk & Governance

    Australia Consults on Regulatory Framework for Financial Advice

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 29/03/2022

    The consultation asks how fintech could help reduce financial advice costs and how to make advice more accessible, including through robo-advisers.

    Trading & Investment

    SSE, SZSE Issue Rules to Expand Stock Connect to Europe

    By Editors | 29/03/2022

    UK, Swiss and German listed companies can issue CDRs in China if they have a market cap of at least $3.14bn and a listing history of at least three years.

    Clearing & Post-Trade

    ASX Announces Likely Delay to Chess Replacement Go-Live

    By Editors | 29/03/2022

    The next software release from technology provider Digital Asset has been delayed by three months, impacting the project schedule.

    Trading & Investment

    SEBI to Allow Exchanges to Offer Commodity Index Options

    By Editors | 29/03/2022

    SEBI has set out a product design and risk management framework that should be used by exchanges looking to offer such products.

    Trading & Investment

    Bursa Malaysia to Incentivise Research into Listed Companies

    By Editors | 29/03/2022

    The initiative will lead to better value recognition for companies and enhance corporate governance, transparency and disclosure, Bursa Malaysia said.

    Trading & Investment

    CSRC to Promote Bond Issuance by Private Enterprises

    By Editors | 29/03/2022

    Priority will be given to support bond issuances by private firms in high-tech and strategic emerging industries, the CSRC said.

    CBDCs

    Bank of Japan Concludes Phase One CBDC Testing

    By Editors | 28/03/2022

    Phase one testing explored the feasibility of CBDC issuance, distribution and redemption. Phase two will test additional functions starting next month.

    Payments & Settlements

    HKMA Issues Additional Guidance for SVF Licensees

    By Editors | 28/03/2022

    New practice note offers guidance on governance, outsourcing, internal controls, technology risk, and business conduct, among other areas.

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