International

Crypto / Digital Assets

OKX’s Ben Bowden Discusses Regulatory Response to FTX Fallout

By Editors | 10/04/2023

Ben Bowden, Global Head of Compliance at OKX, discusses the fallout from FTX, crypto regulatory approaches, and the role of proof of reserves.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Cake Defi’s Henry Loh Discusses Credit Risk & Trust in Crypto

By Editors | 10/04/2023

Cake DeFi’s Henry Loh discusses the importance of credit risk management and clearer regulatory guidance to promote trust in the crypto sector.

Fintech / Regtech

Wanton Wiper Malware and the Weaponization of Legitimate Tools

By Lotem Finkelstein | 07/04/2023

A bigger threat than ransomware is the reemergence of malware that destroys sensitive data, says Lotem Finkelstein.

Big Picture

Bank Capital Requirements Should Account for Geopolitical Risks: IMF

By Manesh Samtani | 06/04/2023

The IMF suggests geopolitical risks should feed into stress testing, scenario analysis and requirements for banks to hold capital and liquidity buffers.

Crypto / Digital Assets

UBS Executes Cross-border Intraday Repo on Broadridge Blockchain Platform

By Editors | 06/04/2023

Intraday repo provides a more efficient means of managing liquidity, while also providing additional funding flexibility and reducign operational risk.

Crypto / Digital Assets

IOSCO Pledges to Deliver Sustainable Finance & Crypto Work in 2023

By Manesh Samtani | 06/04/2023

Under its new two-year work programme, IOSCO will issue a consultation on crypto asset regulation in H1 2023, and on DeFi regulation in Q3.

Crypto / Digital Assets

‘Genesis’ Darknet Market Sanctioned and Shuttered by Authorities

By Editors | 06/04/2023

Law enforcement arrested 119 people and conducted 208 property searches in connection with Genesis Market, a criminal marketplace believed to be located in Russia.

Crypto / Digital Assets

UPDATED – Binance Faces Added Regulatory Pressures Amid CFTC Charges

By Editors | 05/04/2023

Dubai’s VARA is asking Binance for more information. ASIC is meanwhile reviewing Binance’s Australia derivatives business and has cancelled its licence.

ESG / Sustainability

ISSB to Prioritise Climate in Phased Implementation of New Standards

By Editors | 05/04/2023

Only in the second year of using the ISSB Standards will companies need to provide full reporting on sustainability-related risks and opportunities beyond climate.