MARKET INFRASTRUCTURE

Big Picture

Banking Sector Reports Fall in Operational Risk for 2024: ORX

By Editors | 18/06/2025

ORX report shows banking sector operational risk losses down in 2024, but external fraud and digitalisation trends warrant attention.

AML / KYC

FATF Publishes Updated R.16 Standard on Payment Transparency

By Manesh Samtani | 18/06/2025

The FATF said the will help combat fraud and illicit finance, balancing security with innovation and financial inclusion.

Crypto / Digital Assets

DTIF Urges Malaysia SC to Adopt DTI Standard in Tokenisation Framework

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 18/06/2025

The DTI Foundation said the use of the ISO 24165 DTI standard in disclosures will enhance investor protection and market integrity.

Market Infrastructure

New Zealand FMA Makes Recommendations for NZX After Review

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 18/06/2025

The FMA has praised NZX’s overall performance but has called for clearer market manipulation guidance and better liquidity monitoring.

Market Infrastructure

Taiwan Relaxes Rules for Banks E Asset Management Zones

By Mark Johnston | 18/06/2025

Taiwan’s FSC is easing its branch licensing rules to incentivise FIs to establish operations in designated asset management zones.

Big Picture

WFE Issues Guidance on Transitioning to T+1 Settlement Cycles

By Nithya Subramanian | 17/06/2025

The guidance identifies lessons learned and key considerations for a successful transition to a T+1 settlement cycle.

Big Picture

WFE Issues Guidance on Transitioning to T+1 Settlement Cycles

By Nithya Subramanian | 17/06/2025

The guidance identifies lessons learned and key considerations for a successful transition to a T+1 settlement cycle.

Market Infrastructure

Bank Indonesia Registers ICH as Clearing House for FX and MM Derivatives

By Nithya Subramanian | 17/06/2025

This is expected to enhance market transparency, risk management, and regulatory oversight in line with recent financial sector reforms.

Market Infrastructure

Taiwan Tightens Circuit Breaker Mechanism in Futures Market

By Mark Johnston | 17/06/2025

TAIFEX will have shorter trading halt periods if the mechanism is triggered, and oil contracts are given wider price bands.