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Market Infrastructure
ACMF Launches Social and Sustainability Bond Standards for ASEAN
By Editors | 16/10/2018
The new standards complement the ASEAN Green Bond Standards introduced last year. A new framework also announced will facilitate cross-border movement of investment advisers.
Fintech / Regtech
Singapore, Indonesia Agree to Cooperate on Fintech
By Editors | 15/10/2018
The MOU will facilitate information sharing, promote joint innovation projects and establish a framework to help fintech firms better understand each market.
AML / KYC
Europe’s AMLD5 and its Impact on AML Regulations in Asia
By Claus Christensen | 15/10/2018
While AMLD5 confirms the EU’s leadership role in AML legislation, similar efforts have been seen in Asia, says Claus Christensen at Know Your Customer Ltd.
Fintech / Regtech
Fragmented Data Privacy Rules Impede Fintech Growth in Asia
By Manesh Samtani | 11/10/2018
New ASIFMA whitepaper advocates regional harmonisation of data privacy rules to facilitate continued growth of fintech ecosystems in Asia.
Market Infrastructure
Malaysia Seeks GDPR-Style Data Protection Laws
By Manesh Samtani | 09/10/2018
Malaysia needs to be on par with global legislation on data protection such as GDPR, said Minister Gobind Singh Deo at a recent conference.
Fintech / Regtech
BOT Pilot to Reduce Government Bond Settlement to T+2
By Manesh Samtani | 05/10/2018
The pilot uses distributed ledger technology to enhance efficiency, transparency and security while reducing operating costs in the sales of government savings bonds.
Fintech / Regtech
Thailand’s Kasikornbank Joins Visa in Blockchain Payments Pilot
By Editors | 27/09/2018
Visa B2B Connect uses blockchain tech to enable faster, simpler and more secure processing of payments between participating banks on behalf of corporate clients.
Enforcement
Former Indonesian Bank Bailout Chief Jailed in Corruption Case
By Editors | 25/09/2018
The former head of an agency credited with leading Indonesia out of the 1998 financial crisis reportedly caused state losses of over $300mn.
Securities / Derivatives
Malaysia Expands Retail Access to Fixed Income Market
By Editors | 20/09/2018
Securities Commission has liberalised its framework for retail investment in bond and sukuk products, effective from 11 October.
Market Infrastructure
Thailand, Clearstream to Link Funds Platforms by Early 2019
By Manesh Samtani | 10/09/2018
The link will give international investors access to Thai funds and in due course provide Thai investors access to international funds markets.
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