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Anti-Money Laundering
DOJ Calls for Stronger International Cooperation on Crypto Crime
By Editors | 08/06/2022
The paper says the US should help foreign nations develop the tools, technical expertise, and infrastructure necessary to conduct complex crypto-related investigations.
Cryptocurrency
US Senators Propose Regulatory Framework for Crypto Assets
By Manesh Samtani | 08/06/2022
The CFTC would be granted authority over crypto spot markets, based on the understanding that “most digital assets are more similar to commodities than securities”.
Climate Risk
CFTC Consults on Climate Impacts to Derivatives, Commodities
By Editors | 07/06/2022
The CFTC may use the information collected to inform actions such as the issuance of new or amended guidance, interpretations, policy statements, or regulations.
ESG Data
ESG Ratings Diverge Substantially, with Real-Economy Impact
By ESG Investor | 04/06/2022
Analysis across KLD, Sustainalytics, Moody’s ESG, S&P Global, Refinitiv and MSCI finds significant differences in how indicators are measured.
Market Abuse
CFTC Files Suit Against Winklevoss-founded Crypto Exchange
By Editors | 03/06/2022
The CFTC says Gemini misled the regulator about whether it could prevent manipulation in the prices used as a benchmark for a bitcoin futures contract.
PEPs & Sanctions
US to Seek New UN Sanctions if DPRK Tests Nuclear Weapon
By Editors | 03/06/2022
The US tried to impose new UN sanctions on North Korea last week but the resolution was vetoed by China and Russia.
PEPs & Sanctions
US Issues New Russia Sanctions, EU Approves 6th Package
By Editors | 02/06/2022
The US is targeting more Russian government and business officials and technology. The EU approved an embargo on seaborne oil imports.
Reporting & Disclosures
DWS CEO Quits Over Greenwashing Accusations
By ESG Investor | 02/06/2022
Resignation sparked by German police raids to investigate claims over mis-representation of ESG funds.
CBDCs
Fed Explores CBDC Impacts on Monetary Policy Implementation
By Manesh Samtani | 02/06/2022
CBDC withdrawals could reduce bank reserves, which would result in competition for funding, higher interest rates, and ultimately a larger Fed balance sheet.
Market Abuse
Ex-OpenSea Employee Charged for Insider Trading in NFTs
By Editors | 02/06/2022
The former product manager traded on confidential information about which NFTs were going to be featured by OpenSea’s website.
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