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    AML / KYC

    Singapore to Consult on Scam Loss Sharing Framework Next Month

    By Editors | 19/09/2023

    Minister Alvin Tan said the government aims to publish a consultation paper on the “Shared Responsibility Framework” next month, focusing on phishing scams as a start.

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    AML / KYC

    Singapore’s Property Sector Under Scrutiny for Money Laundering Risks

    By Ranamita Chakraborty | 19/09/2023

    Thong Chee Kun and Gazalle Mok from Rajah & Tann Singapore tell Regulation Asia that it is crucial for real estate developers and agents to conduct regular risk assessments and AML training to identify evolving money laundering risks and techniques.

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    Fintech / Regtech

    Singapore Banks Integrate Anti-Malware Feature in Mobile Apps

    By Editors | 19/09/2023

    The security feature enables banks to block access to their mobile apps and alert the customer if malware is detected on their device.

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    Enforcement

    MAS Imposes 9-Year Ban on Directors of Three Arrows Capital

    By Manesh Samtani | 15/09/2023

    MAS reprimanded the bankrupt crypto hedge fund for regulatory violations last June. The regulator has since uncovered additional violations.

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    Crypto / Digital Assets

    “Consistency” and “Cooperation” To Form Next Steps in Crypto Regulation

    By Jill Wong | 15/09/2023

    Chengyi Ong, Chainalysis’ head of policy, APAC, talks to Regulation Asia about the perceived policy direction in crypto regulations.

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    Enforcement

    Singapore: Former MOM Officer Jailed Over Unauthorised Access to DBS Data

    By Mark Johnston | 15/09/2023

    A former MOM employee has been sentenced to five weeks’ jail for asking former DBS employee to find out his ministry colleagues’ salaries.

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    SGX Revamps Organisational Structure to Boost Growth

    By Mark Johnston | 15/09/2023

    SGX has announced a new organisational structure and senior management appointments to enhance its multi-asset capabilities and growth prospects.

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    ESG / Sustainability

    Singapore Launches Largest Ever Equity ETF to Drive Climate Action

    By Editors | 14/09/2023

    The SGX-listed fund is managed by BlackRock and anchored by Prudential, with additional backing from investors that include Temasek and Singlife.

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    AML / KYC

    Singapore Announces New Initiatives to Support Family Offices

    By Editors | 14/09/2023

    The initiatives will help new family offices orientate themselves in Singapore and strengthen their financial crime compliance capabilities.

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    Crypto / Digital Assets

    Understanding AI in Blockchain Key to Smart Contracts Growth 

    By Jill Wong | 13/09/2023

    The interaction of AI and blockchain technology means the sophistication of smart contracts is breaking new ground.

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