SECURITIES / DERIVATIVES

Enforcement

FSC Korea Fines Nine Securities Firms for Capital Market Act Violations

By Thisanka Siripala | 21/02/2025

Nine firms were fined a combined $240mn for misconduct involving their handling of bond-type wrap products and trusts for clients.

Securities / Derivatives

UNEP FI Unveils Initiatives to Promote TNFD-aligned Disclosures

By ESG Investor | 21/02/2025

UNEP FI will work with the UN Sustainable Stock Exchanges Initiative to help stock exchanges implement the TNFD recommendations.

Market Infrastructure

RBI Issues Directions on Government Securities Transactions

By Nithya Subramanian | 20/02/2025

The new directions enhance flexibility for G-Sec transactions involving primary members of NDS-OM and their gilt account holders.

Securities / Derivatives

UK Authorities Endorse Plan to Transition to T+1 Settlement Cycle

By Nithya Subramanian | 20/02/2025

HM Treasury, the FCA, and the BOE are urging market participants to begin preparations immediately to ensure readiness for 11 October 2027.

Big Picture

DBS, KPMG Find Climate Disclosure Gaps at HKEX Listed Firms

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 20/02/2025

More than half of the Hong Kong listed companies analysed are “still silent” on Scope 3 emissions, DBS and KPMG said.

Securities / Derivatives

Indonesia Finalises Plans to Launch State-run Bullion Banks

By Nithya Subramanian | 20/02/2025

Bullion banks in Indonesia are expected to support the growth of the domestic industry by expanding financial services linked to gold.

Big Picture

IOSCO Identifies Gaps in Market Surveillance Amid Technology Challenges

By Mark Johnston | 20/02/2025

IOSCO’s recent review shows progress by market authorities in tackling technological challenges, but some gaps remain.

Crypto / Digital Assets

SFC Unveils Roadmap for Achieving Virtual Assets Hub Ambitions

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 20/02/2025

The roadmap includes potentially allowing virtual asset derivatives, margin financing, and staking and lending services.

Fintech / Regtech

SEBI Proposes Technology-based Measures to Secure Trading Accounts

By Nithya Subramanian | 20/02/2025

SEBI proposes stronger authentication and trade controls to prevent unauthorised access and fraudulent transactions.