All posts tagged "IMF"
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78AML / KYCBOT Warns Against Using Crypto As Means of Payment
If the use of digital assets as a means of payment for goods and services become widespread, the BOT will take action in coordination with the SEC.
July 18, 2021 -
150Big PictureMultilateral Collaboration Essential for CBDC Development
A new report from CPMI, BIS Innovation Hub, the IMF and the World Bank highlights the need for multilateral collaboration and interoperability between CBDCs.
July 13, 2021 -
179FeatureMAS Launches Global Challenge for Retail CBDC Solutions
Fintechs, financial institutions and solution providers from around the world are invited to submit innovative solutions that can address 12 problem statements.
June 29, 2021 -
105Capital RegulationFSC Korea to End Bank Dividend Cap on 30 June
The FSC arrived at the decision based on economic projections, bank stress tests, higher capital adequacy ratios, and higher loan loss provisions.
June 28, 2021 -
216FeatureIMF Proposes Introduction of Global Carbon Price Floors
The IMF says limiting global warming to 1.5 to 2 degrees will require a global carbon price of around $75 per ton, compared to only $3 per ton currently.
June 21, 2021 -
95AML / KYCPhilippine SEC Backs Amendments to Bank Secrecy Law
Bank secrecy has prevented the SEC from validating information and establishing the owners of bank accounts linked to securities violations.
June 21, 2021 -
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IMF Reaffirms Hong Kong Stability, Identifies Pockets of Risk
The IMF recommends enhancing monitoring of lending to Mainland China, increasing oversight over banking groups, and regulating mortgage lending by non-banks.
June 10, 2021 -
148AML / KYCPhilippines: 26 Groups Jointly Call for Easing of Bank Secrecy Law
The groups say the Philippines lags the world on bank secrecy and allows politicians and other government officials to hide unexplained wealth.
June 2, 2021 -
221InternationalG7 to Agree Global Corporate Tax at July Meeting – Report
A G7 draft communique said a global minimum corporate tax will be agreed to help alleviate the strain on public finances.
June 1, 2021 -
162Big PictureInfrastructure Critical for Successful CBDC Development – Report
A new report analyses the four axes of consideration for the design features of all CBDCs, as proposed by the IMF, and the implications each choice has on infrastructure.
May 22, 2021
