Australian Regulator Puts Basel III Liquidity Framework Into Effect

30/01/2014

The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) has released a note to authorised deposit-taking institutions (ADIs) regarding the establishment of a secured committed liquidity facility with the nation’s central bank.

Hong Kong Regulator Issues Circular on Cross-Border Business Activities

29/01/2014

The Securities and Futures Commission reminds licensed corporations to maintain effective policies, procedures and controls to monitor and ensure regulatory compliance in relation to their cross-border business activities.

IOSCO Issues Recommendations on Protection of Client Assets

29/01/2014

The International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) has released a final report on client asset protection to guide regulators in the supervision of intermediaries holding client assets.

Australian Regulator Censures BNP Paribas Over Rate Fixing

28/01/2014

Australian Securities and Investment Commission has reprimanded BNP Paribas SA over potential misconduct involving the Australian Bank Bill Swap Rate.

Hong Kong Regulator Seeks Public Views on REIT Investment Scope

28/01/2014

Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission is seeking public opinion on proposals to expand the investment scope of real estate investment trusts (REITs).

Hong Kong Regulator Releases Circular on Internet Trading, Hacking Risks

28/01/2014

Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission calls on corporations to enhance IT security controls to reduce internet hacking risks.

Japan Regulator Urges Smaller Banks to Mull Mergers

28/01/2014

Japan’s Financial Services Agency has told regional banks to consider mergers and other tie-ups as part of medium- to long-term management strategies.

Singapore Opens RQFII License for Local Financial Institutions

28/01/2014

The Monetary Authority of Singapore introduces Renminbi Qualified Foreign Institutional Investor (RQFII) license, bolstering the country’s credentials as an offshore yuan hub.

Bitcoin – Risk, Reward and China

27/01/2014

Henry Balani discusses the move by the Chinese Regulators on Bitcoin and the impact of the virtual currency on transaction banking.