United States

Securities / Derivatives

Chinese Officials in Hong Kong to Assist With PCAOB Inspections

By Editors | 23/09/2022

PCAOB inspectors have been in Hong Kong this week to commence audit inspections of US-listed Chinese companies at PwC and KPMG’s offices.

Securities / Derivatives

More S&P 500 Firms Disclosing in Line with TCFD – CDP

By ESG Investor | 22/09/2022

Over half of S&P 500 firms assessed by CDP are 90-99% aligned with the TCFD key recommendations.

ESG / Sustainability

US Banks “Ignoring Climate Emergency” – Reclaim Finance

By ESG Investor | 22/09/2022

Reclaim Finance calls on US banks to “immediately complement their net zero pledges with real action and implement robust coal policies”.

Enforcement

New York AG Files Fraud Charges Against Trump & Family

By Editors | 22/09/2022

The lawsuit says Trump falsified his net worth to obtain more favourable loan terms, cheaper insurance coverage, and tax benefits.

Market Infrastructure

Refinitiv Commences Publication of USD IBOR Cash Fallbacks

By Editors | 22/09/2022

USD IBOR Cash Fallbacks will be used to transition loans, bonds and securitised products that reference LIBOR and will mature after 30 June 2023.

Crypto / Digital Assets

SBI Obtains Singapore Licence to Offer Digital Asset Services

By Editors | 22/09/2022

SBI Digital Markets will advise on corporate finance, deal in capital markets products, and provide custodial services.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Thailand SEC Issues New Rules on Crypto Custody

By Editors | 21/09/2022

Digital asset depository service providers already in business have until 11 October to submit a licence application to the SEC.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Binance Set to Secure Crypto Licence for the Philippines

By Editors | 21/09/2022

Binance is in late stage talks to buy a Philippine company that already has VASP and electronic money issuer licences.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Nasdaq Establishes New Digital Assets Business

By Editors | 21/09/2022

The technology that underpins the digital asset ecosystem has the potential to transform markets over the long-term, says Nasdaq’s Adena Friedman.