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Market Infrastructure
HKMA Moves to Reduce LIBOR-related Reporting Frequency
By Editors | 24/12/2021
The move from monthly reporting back to quarterly reporting means the next reporting position after December 2021 will be March 2022.
AML / KYC
HKMA Asks Banks for ‘Active Participation’ in CDI Initiative
By Editors | 23/12/2021
The HKMA is seeking to link the new CDI to the Commercial Credit Rating Agency and Companies Registry to enhance risk management in the banking industry.
Market Infrastructure
HKMA Proposes New Guidance on Operational Resilience
By Manesh Samtani | 23/12/2021
Revisions to guidance on operational risk management and BCP have also been proposed to align with the operational resilience guidance.
Press Release
Regulation Asia: Top 20 News Stories for 2021
By Editors | 23/12/2021
This list presents the most-read new stories published by Regulation Asia in 2021, based on aggregated user traffic analytics.
Capital / Liquidity
HKMA Consults on Local Adoption of Pillar 3 Disclosure Requirements
By Manesh Samtani | 23/12/2021
The HKMA proposes to implement almost all the Pillar 3 disclosure requirements, including leverage ratio and market risk disclosure requirements.
Fintech / Regtech
PBOC to Connect Digital Yuan to HK Faster Payment System
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/12/2021
The second phase of the ongoing CBDC trails between the Mainland and Hong Kong will involve connecting e-CNY wallets to Hong Kong’s FPS.
HKMA Directs Banks to Use Name Matching in Fund Transfers
By Editors | 21/12/2021
Banks are directed to perform name matching for fund transfers over HKD 10,000 to reduce the chance of error inputs by customers.
Market Infrastructure
HKMA Directs Banks to Observe Latest FX Global Code
By Mark Johnston | 21/12/2021
Banks are expected to review their practices to ensure observance of the FX Global Code and renew the Statement of Commitment by 15 July 2022.
AML / KYC
HKMA Fines ePaylinks Technology for AML/CTF Breaches
By Editors | 20/12/2021
SVF licensee ePaylinks had deficiencies in its transaction monitoring and name screening systems, and failed to take enhanced measures in high risk situations.
Market Infrastructure
HKMA Sets Targets for Launch of New Credit Reference Platform
By Manesh Samtani | 19/12/2021
The new platform will serve as an interface for credit providers and CRAs to share credit data, as Hong Kong prepares to introduce additional CRAs in the city.
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