All posts tagged "Brexit"
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131EuropeEU Ramps Up Regulatory Scrutiny Over Foreign Bank Branches
New rules will require foreign banks operating in the EU to consolidate their operations under an "intermediate parent undertaking".
May 26, 2021 -
1.7KAsia-PacificThe AIFMD Review: Potential Impacts for Asia Pacific
While some of the proposals could be harmful to market participants, the review presents an opportunity to clarify certain elements of AIFMD, says ICMA’s Arthur Carabia.
November 10, 2020 -
806EuropeUK Consults on Post-Brexit Regulatory Framework for Financial Services
The consultation proposes a blueprint for the future regulatory framework that more clearly allocates responsibilities between Parliament, HM Treasury and financial services regulators.
October 22, 2020 -
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HKIFA Warns Against Changing UCITS Delegation Model – Report
HKIFA chief Sally Wong reportedly said a move to restrict the delegation model could prompt capital to flow away from the European fund industry.
October 15, 2020 -
875EuropeEuropean Commission Grants 18 Months Equivalence to UK CCPs
The European Commission says the decision will give financial market participants time to reduce their "excessive" exposures to UK-based CCPs.
September 25, 2020 -
439EuropeFCA Consults on Regulatory Approach for International Firms
The FCA is seeking views on its approach to authorising international firms that wish to provide financial services in the UK post-Brexit.
September 24, 2020 -
1.6KAsia-PacificWhy APAC Should Care About the EU’s AIFMD Review
Though prompted by Brexit, the proposed review of the AIFMD legislation will also have implications for buy-side firms operating in Asia, says industry veteran Tony Freeman.
September 2, 2020 -
2.4KAML / KYCSustainable Supply Chains and the Role Banks Play
Incoming rules from the EU, UK, Singapore and Hong Kong highlight the need for banks to gain a better understanding of the third party and supply chain risks their customers face.
July 15, 2020 -
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UK Imposes First Sanctions Over Human Rights Abuses
The UK has designated 25 Russians, 20 Saudi Arabians, two Myanmar generals, and two North Korean organisations. Their UK assets will be frozen.
July 8, 2020 -
2.1KEnforcementBaFin Efficacy Called into Question for Wirecard Handling
Last February, BaFin responded to whistleblower allegations and critical media reports by banning short-selling in Wirecard and filing criminal charges against journalists.
June 22, 2020
