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Data Privacy
HKMA Issues Guidance on Customer Data Protection
By Editors | 04/04/2022
The guidance highlights the need for banks to put in place effective data governance frameworks and control measures to protect their customer data.
Clearing & Post-Trade
HKMA, SFC to Add Calculation Periods to Clearing Rules
By Editors | 03/04/2022
The HKMA and SFC also proposed to add Nomura Financial Products Europe GmbH to the FSP List under the OTC derivatives clearing regime.
Sustainable Finance
Hong Kong to Develop VCM, Unify GBA Carbon Market
By Manesh Samtani | 31/03/2022
Hong Kong’s VCM will target local, Mainland and overseas buyers of carbon credits. Authorities will also work to establish a unified carbon market for the GBA.
Structural Regulation
HKMA Updates Trade Reporting Specifications for OTC Derivatives
By Editors | 30/03/2022
A revised Administration and Interface Development Guide will take effect from 19 December 2022, taking into account pandemic-related operational challenges.
Cryptocurrency
Huobi Seeks to Launch Retail Crypto ETF in HK
By Manesh Samtani | 30/03/2022
Huobi Tech has structured the ETF so that it won’t be restricted to just professional investors, possibly through the use of crypto futures listed on overseas exchanges.
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.
Reporting & Disclosures
Greening Asia Through Data and Regulation
By Steven Yankelson | 09/03/2022
Effective and efficient ESG risk management and reporting practices can be enabled through better data and technology, says Steven Yankelson.
Conduct, Culture & Accountability
HKMA Seeks to Reassure Bankers Over Covid Restrictions
By Editors | 07/03/2022
Concerns are mounting over closed schools and bars, banned flights, and a plan to launch a mass testing programme that may be coupled with a citywide lockdown.
Climate Risk
APRA to Survey Regulated Entities on Climate Risk Management
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 03/03/2022
The survey will assess the alignment between current approaches used by regulated entities and the expectations set out in CPG 229 and the TCFD recommendations.
Trading & Investment
Eight SPACs Have Filed IPO Applications in Hong Kong
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 02/03/2022
The first applicant, backed by CMB International, has been approved. The latest applicant is a SPAC majority owned by ex-HKMA chief Norman Chan.
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