All posts tagged "FSA"
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136JapanBOJ Sets Out Strategy to Address Climate Change
A measure will be introduced enabling FIs to receive funds from the BOJ against investments or loans made in support of efforts to address climate change.
July 26, 2021 -
228AML / KYCJapan Banks to Deploy Shared System for AML/CFT Monitoring
The FSA's Hiroshi Ozaki said the banking sector is planning to deploy a shared transaction monitoring and screening system for AML/CFT across the industry.
July 23, 2021 -
97FeatureJapan FSA Consults on Draft Guidelines for Social Bonds
The guidelines are aimed at promoting the issuance of social bonds by the private sector and preventing 'social washing'.
July 22, 2021 -
163Fintech / RegtechJapan FSA Launches New Section to Oversee Crypto Regulation
The FSA has reportedly created a new position to head the section, which will also oversee decentralised finance and deepen dialogue with foreign regulators.
July 20, 2021 -
130AML / KYCSFC Issues Warning on Unregulated Virtual Asset Platforms
Soon after the SFC's statement, Binance announced that stock tokens will no longer be available for purchase on its website.
July 18, 2021 -
182AML / KYC
Japan FSA, BOJ to Assess AML, Anti-fraud Measures at FIs
The FSA and BOJ are reportedly looking to better understand whether AML, anti-fraud, and cybersecurity measures at FIs are adequate.
July 15, 2021 -
86JapanJBA Chairman Warns Against Divesting From ‘Brown’ Companies
JBA chairman Makoto Takashima says stopping funding for “brown” companies could choke off investment necessary to achieve carbon neutrality.
July 7, 2021 -
155AML / KYC
Japan to Form Cross-agency AML Team Following FATF Review
A new team being formed under the Cabinet Secretariat may help overcome the current fragmented bureaucracy and enhance cross-agency coordination.
July 5, 2021 -
203AML / KYCBinance Deploys New AML Solution Amid Regulatory Pressure
Binance has deployed a new AML compliance solution in the face of a ban in the UK and warnings from Japanese and Thai regulators.
July 2, 2021 -
316Feature
Japan Panel Offers Recommendations on Sustainable Finance
The panel says the FSA should introduce a code of conduct for ESG data providers and develop an information platform for ESG-related bonds.
June 22, 2021
