Singapore

AML / KYC

MAS, ABS Issue Guidance on Conducting AML/CFT Audits

By Nithya Subramanian | 22/10/2024

MAS issued a circular offering guidance for AML/CFT audits at FIs, while the ABS released a best practice paper to enhance audit standards.

AML / KYC

MAS Updates AML/CFT Guidelines to Support COSMIC Initiative

By Editors | 22/10/2024

The Guidelines to Notice 626 and Notice FSM-N02  were revised to align with requirements related to the COSMIC information sharing platform.

Enforcement

SGX RegCo Reprimands Former Directors and CEO of Sunrise Shares

By Nithya Subramanian | 22/10/2024

Five individuals were reprimanded for failing to implement effective internal controls and for reporting inaccurate financial results.

Crypto / Digital Assets

DBS Bank Launches Token Services for Institutional Clients

By Nithya Subramanian | 21/10/2024

The new services offer real-time payment settlement through a permissioned blockchain, which is expected to enable clients to optimise liquidity and streamline operations.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Euroclear Acquires Strategic Stake in Singapore’s Marketnode

By Nithya Subramanian | 19/10/2024

Euroclear said it aims to participate in establishing a key APAC market infrastructure designed to simplify the management of funds flows and reduce settlement times.

Fintech / Regtech

Singapore CSA Launches Guidelines for Deploying AI Systems

By Nithya Subramanian | 18/10/2024

New Guidelines and Companion Guide aim to help firms securely adopt AI tech and guide decision-makers on security controls and best practices.

Singapore Amends Insurance Act Blocking Allianz-Income Deal

By Nithya Subramanian | 18/10/2024

The changes mean an extra layer of approval will be required for transactions involving insurers that are co-operatives or have co-operative links.

Enforcement

SGX Lifts Moratorium on UOBKH Following Remedial Actions

By Nithya Subramanian | 18/10/2024

UOBKH is now allowed to resume acting as an issue manager or full sponsor for new IPOs and reverse takeovers on SGX.

Market Infrastructure

DSB Says Australia, Singapore Ready for UPI Reporting

By Editors | 18/10/2024

Australia and Singapore will go live with UPI reporting requirements for OTC derivatives transactions starting from 21 October.