Market Infrastructure

AML / KYC

HK SFC Launches Broker Cybersecurity Consultation

By Editors | 09/05/2017

Cybercrime rapidly becoming a top priority of Asia Pacific regulators.

Capital / Liquidity

Singapore Government Introduces New RRP Regime

By Samuel Riding | 09/05/2017

Bill extends MAS powers over financial institutions in distress and their counterparties.

Market Infrastructure

HK SFC Warns on ‘Phantom’ Brokerages

By Samuel Riding | 08/05/2017

Executive director for intermediaries says regulator will sanction or ban dormant firms.

Market Infrastructure

Pakistan Issues Agricultural Commodity Collateral Management Rules

By Samuel Riding | 04/05/2017

Regulations are designed to promote lending to agricultural sector, boost financial inclusion.

Capital / Liquidity

BIS Issues Basel III Report Card

By Samuel Riding | 27/04/2017

Five of 8 APAC jurisdictions covered in report have yet to legislate for Pillar 3 disclosure requirements.

AML / KYC

SEBI Confirms Introduction of Commodity Options

By Samuel Riding | 27/04/2017

Other new initiatives cover equity/commodity licensing unification; mutual fund purchases via e-wallet.

AML / KYC

Bitcoin Forum Reveals PBOC Rectification Order

By Samuel Riding | 26/04/2017

Exchanges told to adhere to regulations on securities, futures and forex; tighten AML controls.

Market Infrastructure

Chinese Legislature Reviews Securities Law Amendments

By Samuel Riding | 25/04/2017

Proposed changes include greater enforcement, punishment powers for CSRC.

AML / KYC

MAS Chief Cites Technology as Top Regulatory Priority

By Samuel Riding | 24/04/2017

Ravi Menon cites banks exit from some market segments, but says costs not sufficient reason for regulatory rollback.