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    Cryptocurrency

    BCBS Finalises Disclosure Framework for Bank Crypto Exposures

    By Manesh Samtani | 04/07/2024

    The BCBS also approved revisions to the cryptoasset standard and IRRBB standard, and agreed to consult on principles for managing third-party risk.

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    Cryptocurrency

    Russia Urges Crypto Use for Cross-border Payments

    By Editors | 04/07/2024

    CBR governor Elvira Nabiullina said Russia has softened its stance on the use of cryptocurrencies in international payments.

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    Capital Adequacy

    FSB Evaluates Impact of G20 Reforms on Securitisation

    By Editors | 03/07/2024

    Risk retention and higher prudential requirements have enhanced the resilience of securitisation markets, the FSB says.

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    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    Nearly 4,000 Arrests Made in Global Anti-Scam Operation: INTERPOL

    By Editors | 03/07/2024

    The operation spanned 61 countries and resulted in 6,745 bank accounts being frozen and assets worth $257mn being seized.

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    PEPs & Sanctions

    Chinese Banks Reducing CNY Trades on Moscow Exchange

    By Editors | 03/07/2024

    Yuan flows into Russia for oil sales to China are reportedly shifting from the exchange market to the OTC market.

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    Custody & Infrastructure

    Canton Network Launches Decentralised Interoperability Infrastructure

    By Editors | 02/07/2024

    The “Global Synchronizer” enhances interoperability on the Canton Network, which is designed to enable tokenisation and frictionless exchange of regulated financial assets and liabilities.

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    Anti-Money Laundering

    Panama Papers: Court Acquits All 28 Accused of Money Laundering

    By Nithya Subramanian | 02/07/2024

    According to media reports, the evidence presented was “not sufficient” to establish the defendants’ criminal responsibility.

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    Payments & Settlements

    Project Nexus Completes Blueprint; Prepares for Live Implementation

    By Nithya Subramanian | 02/07/2024

    To facilitate live implementation, a new entity named the Nexus Scheme Organisation, will be established.

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    Tokenisation

    Trade Bodies to Develop Disclosure Guidelines for Digital Assets

    By Editors | 02/07/2024

    Four trade associations have organised a Steering Committee to propose new disclosure guidelines for digital asset tokens offered in the US.

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    Anti-Money Laundering

    US Sanctions Two Chinese Nationals for Assisting Sinaloa Cartel

    By Editors | 01/07/2024

    The sanctions include two China-based targets who helped launder illicit drug proceeds belonging to Mexico’s Sinaloa Cartel.

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