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Payments & Settlements
Reporting on regulatory developments, innovations, and risks in payment systems and settlement processes essential for the transfer of money and securities.
Cryptocurrency
HashKey OTC Arm Gets On-Principle Approval in Singapore
By Nithya Subramanian | 29/02/2024
In-principle approval brings HashKey OTC a step closer to being fully regulated in Singapore.
Payments & Settlements
EU Council Adopts New Rules Mandating Instant Payments
By Manesh Samtani | 27/02/2024
Banks and other payment service providers will be required to offer instant payments to consumers and businesses.
Emerging Prudential Risks
FSB Warns of ‘Challenging Outlook’ for Global Financial Stability
By Manesh Samtani | 27/02/2024
The FSB is analysing the financial stability implications of tokenisation and AI, and taking stock of regulatory initiatives on nature-related financial risks.
Payments & Settlements
RBI Opens Prepaid Payment Instrument Market for Public Transport
By Ajoy K Das | 26/02/2024
Banks and non-banks can issue PPIs for use on public transport, with prepaid balances capped at INR 3000.
Structural Regulation
India Amends Rules to Strengthen Safeguards in NPS Ecosystem
By Ajoy K Das | 26/02/2024
The PFRDA has amended its regulations to improve governance and risk management at trustee banks and central recordkeeping agencies.
Cloud & Infrastructure
FSDF Top-up Will Help Anchor Singapore Financial Services Capabilities
By Mark Johnston | 25/02/2024
MAS will use the S$2bn top-up to support talent development initiatives, innovation in financial services, and infrastructure projects.
Structural Regulation
South Korea Eases FX Regulations to Attract Foreign Investors
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/02/2024
The updated regulations will enable foreign investors easier access to local currency and simplify complex procedures.
Payments & Settlements
BSP Approves GCash Expansion Services to Overseas Filipinos
By Mark Johnston | 22/02/2024
Filipinos in 16 countries can now send money, pay bills and buy load using the GCash app.
Trading & Investment
Indonesia OJK Outlines Plans for Developing Capital Market
By Mark Johnston | 21/02/2024
OJK plans measures to increase retail investor participation, boost market liquidity, and introduce new derivatives products.
Structural Regulation
BSP to Ease FX Market Access for Nonresident Investors
By Mark Johnston | 21/02/2024
The BSP will remove the need for foreign investors to submit a registration document to access FX from the domestic banking system.
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