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Crypto / Digital Assets
Eurex Receives Approval to Offer Bitcoin Futures to US Investors
By Ranamita Chakraborty | 02/06/2023
US investors can now benefit from access to a wider range of participants and liquidity pools during Asian, European and US hours, Eurex says.
China to Issue New Rules for Debt Collectors in August
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 01/06/2023
One of China’s biggest debt collection firms is considering ceasing operation due to tightening supervision of the industry.
Fintech / Regtech
Thai Bourse Launches New Trading System Using Nasdaq Tech
By Editors | 01/06/2023
The new trading system was launched by SET and TFEX along with new data distribution and market surveillance systems, using Nasdaq technology.
Sanctions
OFAC Sanctions More Chinese Entities Over Fentanyl Epidemic
By Editors | 01/06/2023
The Chinese embassy in Mexico said the accusations are groundless and that China has been vigorously carrying out international anti-drug law enforcement cooperation
Crypto / Digital Assets
CFTC Issues Advisory on Risks of Clearing Crypto Derivatives
By Editors | 31/05/2023
Commissioner Kristin Johnson said the advisory means a formal rulemaking process on crypto clearing is warranted.
Crypto / Digital Assets
Former Coinbase Manager Settles SEC Insider Trading Case
By Manesh Samtani | 31/05/2023
In light of the prison sentences Ishan Wahi and his brother have to serve, the SEC will not seek civil penalties apart from the disgorgement already ordered.
Market Infrastructure
SGX Lists First Thai Stocks as Depository Receipts
By Manesh Samtani | 31/05/2023
The first three SDRs were issued by Phillip Securities, representing beneficial ownership interest in the underlying securities of three SET50 companies.
Capital / Liquidity
US OCC Sets Out Policy for Addressing “Persistent Weaknesses” at Banks
By Editors | 30/05/2023
The OCC may require banks to increase capital, restrict dividends, sell assets, divest subsidiaries or exit markets if they fail to fix “persistent weaknesses”.
Sanctions
OFAC Sanctions the Head of the Wagner Group in Mali
By Editors | 30/05/2023
OFAC says the Wagner Group has been attempting to purchase military systems from foreign suppliers and routing these weapons through Mali for use in Ukraine.
Crypto / Digital Assets
US Crypto Firm Secures Special Purpose Broker-dealer Licence
By Mark Johnston | 29/05/2023
The licence, granted by FINRA, is considered an important milestone, though there are limitations of what it can be used for.
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