MONETARY AUTHORITY OF SINGAPORE

MAS to Strengthen Dialogue with Financial Industry

By Editors | 29/07/2015

Creation of the new Financial Centre Advisory Panel aimed at strengthening dialogue and partnership with the financial industry.

Singapore Regulator Creates FinTech & Innovation Group

By Editors | 28/07/2015

The Monetary Authority of Singapore has announced the formation of a new FinTech and Innovation Group within its organisation structure with effect from 1 August 2015.

Singapore Regulator Reiterates Commitment Against Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing

By Editors | 20/07/2015

The Monetary Authority of Singapore has outlined Singapore’s anti-money laundering regime, reiterating its commitment to safeguarding its financial system.

Challenges Ahead for New SGX Chief

By Editors | 15/07/2015

Former investment banker Loh Boon Chye will be presented with several challenges as he takes over at the helm of the Singapore Exchange.

Singapore Offers Cooperation in Malaysia PM Probe

By Editors | 10/07/2015

The Monetary Authority of Singapore has said it is cooperating with Malaysian authorities in a probe into allegations of almost $700 million being transferred into the personal accounts of Prime Minister Najib Razak.

Singapore Strengthens REITs Market

By Editors | 07/07/2015

The Monetary Authority of Singapore has refined its proposals to strengthen the real estate investment trust market by imposing measures that relax investment rules and safeguard investors’ interests.

Singapore Regulator Cautions against Trading in Exchange Operator SGX

By Editors | 06/07/2015

The Monetary Authority of Singapore has warned investors to “trade with caution” on shares of the exchange operator SGX.

Singapore to Shield Senior Bondholders from Bank Failures

By Editors | 06/07/2015

The Monetary Authority of Singapore is proposing to exempt senior bondholders from loss absorption risks in the event of a bank failure.

Singapore Allows Banks to Test Fintech Innovation Without Seeking Approval

By Editors | 02/07/2015

The Monetary Authority of Singapore said financial institutions are free to test certain digital innovations without the approval of the regulator, while announcing other initiatives aimed at boosting the fintech sector.