Structural Regulation

    Reporting on regulatory frameworks and rules governing market design, authorisation, and oversight of key financial market participants and infrastructures.

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    Trading & Investment

    CSRC Unveils New Measures to Enhance Shanghai STAR Market

    By Editors | 20/06/2024

    The CSRC will explore the introduction of STAR 50 index futures and options, establish “green channels” for M&A, and optimise market-maker and trading mechanisms, among other measures.

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    Structural Regulation

    RBI Invites Applications for Recognition as NBFC Sector SROs

    By Ajoy K Das | 20/06/2024

    SROs will be expected to develop standards for NBFCs, implement suitable surveillance, and share sectoral information with the RBI.

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    Tokenisation

    Fractional Real Estate Sales Halted by Vietnam Regulator

    By Mark Johnston | 19/06/2024

    The SSC has halted fractional real estate sales in Vietnam by a securities firm, citing a lack of specific regulations and investor safety concerns.

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    Structural Regulation

    Japan FSA Working to Enhance Transparency of Shareholders

    By Manesh Samtani | 19/06/2024

    Custodians typically exercise voting rights based on instructions from beneficial shareholders, but it is often difficult to identify who those shareholders are.

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    Trading & Investment

    CSRC Addresses Concerns About Securities Lending Activity

    By Editors | 19/06/2024

    The CSRC said the securities lending balance is at its lowest level since the start of the year, but that it would step up oversight against irregularities.

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    Structural Regulation

    NZX Proposes to Relax Market Maker Eligibility Requirements

    By Editors | 19/06/2024

    NZX proposes to allow non-trading participants to become designated market makers to support increased liquidity and market efficiency.

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    Cloud & Infrastructure

    New Zealand Launches Digital Hub for XRB Standards

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 19/06/2024

    The new platform is designed to make it easier for reporting entities to find and navigate the XRB’s standards for reporting and assurance.

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    Trading & Investment

    PASLA to Expand Footprint to Australia, New Zealand

    By Editors | 18/06/2024

    PASLA will work with the Australian Securities Lending Association to finalise an agreement within Q4 2024.

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    Trading & Investment

    Indonesia Stock Exchange to Upgrade Trading Platform

    By Editors | 18/06/2024

    IDX also announced that it will enhance its market surveillance capabilities and further develop its index business.

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    Cloud & Infrastructure

    OJK Launches Integrated Licensing System for Fintech Sector

    By Editors | 17/06/2024

    The “SPRINT” application was developed to streamline and integrate licensing processes for the financial technology sector.

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