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Crypto Asset Regulation “A Matter Of Urgency”, says BOE
By Mark Johnston | 18/10/2021
Deputy governor Jon Cunliffe says a “plausible scenario” involving a collapse in crypto-asset prices would have financial stability implications.
Crypto / Digital Assets
FSB Takes Stock of Progress to Regulate ‘Global Stablecoins’
By Mark Johnston | 08/10/2021
The FSB highlights concerns that new regulatory regimes for global stablecoins could give rise to regulatory arbitrage and harmful market fragmentation.
Market Infrastructure
CPMI Calls for Solutions to Expand PvP Settlement
By Editors | 08/10/2021
Banks and fintechs are invited to share their views on potential solutions to expand PvP settlement to further mitigate FX settlement risk in global markets.
Fintech / Regtech
PFMI Applies to Global Stablecoins, CPMI & IOSCO Confirm
By Editors | 07/10/2021
The transfer function of a stablecoin arrangement is “comparable” to the transfer function performed by other types of financial market infrastructures.
Big Picture
Lack of Crypto Regulation Presents Financial Stability Risk: IMF
By Mark Johnston | 05/10/2021
The IMF says more coordination among national regulators is needed to ensure effective enforcement, reduce regulatory arbitrage, and enhance monitoring of the crypto ecosystem.
Big Picture
Industry Group Considers Options for Protecting Data at FMIs
By Editors | 23/09/2021
There is no standard approach to identifying the types of data that need to be protected, nor the manner in which that data should be protected.
Market Infrastructure
BSP Directs Payment Systems to Adopt PFMI Standards
By Editors | 18/09/2021
Designated payment systems are expected to demonstrate adequate governance and risk management arrangements in line with the PFMI.
Market Infrastructure
Philippine Banks Adopting Global Best Practices in FX Settlement
By Jimmy Ho | 13/09/2021
Jimmy Ho and Sammie Chan discuss Metrobank’s adoption of PvP settlement and how it reflects a broader trend in the Philippine banking industry.
Market Infrastructure
DTCC Urges Readiness for MAS Derivatives Reporting Requirements
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 12/08/2021
Finance companies, subsidiaries of banks in Singapore, insurers and CMS licence holders will come into scope for reporting from 1 October.
Market Infrastructure
CPMI Workplan Highlights Focus on Stablecoins, CBDCs
By Editors | 06/08/2021
CPMI annual work programme highlights cross-border payments, stablecoins, CBDCs, central clearing and FMI risks as key priorities.
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