Securities / Derivatives

Fintech / Regtech

Malaysia SC Proposes Technology Risk Management Rules

By Editors | 01/08/2022

The regulatory framework includes a set of principles for capital market entities to adopt in their use of AI/machine learning.

Market Infrastructure

End of an Era for LIBOR Opens the Way for AONIA to Make its Mark in Australia

By Pieter Bierkens | 01/08/2022

Australia may see a shift away from BBSW to AONIA for products like cross-currency swaps and multi-currency lending facilities, says CBA’s Pieter Bierkens.

Securities / Derivatives

Shanghai, Shenzhen Bourses Revise Convertible Bond Rules

By Editors | 01/08/2022

New trading rules and self-regulatory guidelines are aimed at preventing excess speculation and promoting the development of the convertible bond market.

Securities / Derivatives

HKEX Extends Listing Rules to Cover Share Award Schemes

By Editors | 01/08/2022

The rule amendments relating to share schemes will come into effect on 1 January 2023, however issuers may adopt the amended rules earlier.

Market Infrastructure

SGX, NSE Formally Launch Trading Link at GIFT City

By Editors | 01/08/2022

NSE IFSC-SGX Connect is ready to trade and clear Nifty equity derivatives for global institutions, with seven SGX members already onboarded.

Securities / Derivatives

India Launches First International Bullion Exchange

By Editors | 01/08/2022

The exchange is expected to facilitate efficient price discovery; ensure standardisation, quality assurance and sourcing integrity; and help bring more foreign traders to India.

Capital / Liquidity

SFC Fines Hedge Fund Manager for Liquid Capital Deficit

By Editors | 31/07/2022

KTF Capital Management had a HK$20mn deficit between 13 and 18 December 2018 but misrepresented to the SFC that it maintained sufficient liquid capital during the period.

ESG / Sustainability

JPX Unveils Plans to Promote ‘New Capitalism’ Agenda

By Editors | 31/07/2022

JPX will develop an environment that promotes innovation and growth in companies, while also improving financial literacy and promoting asset building by households.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Proposes Rules for Mutual Fund ‘Execution-only’ Platforms

By Editors | 31/07/2022

Operators of platforms offering execution-only services in direct plans offered by mutual funds would have to register with SEBI, AMFI or stock exchanges.