International

Cryptocurrency

G20 Leaders Adopt IMF-FSB Roadmap on Crypto Assets

By Editors | 16/10/2023

The G20 finance ministers and central bank governors called for “swift and coordinated implementation” of the roadmap.

Clearing & Post-Trade

Regulators in Derivatives Markets Should Sign MOUs: ISDA

By Nithya Subramanian | 16/10/2023

To regulate CDS, the association said that data could be easily accessed from Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation’s Trade Information Warehouse.

Reporting & Disclosures

Standard-setters Outline ISSB Agenda Concerns

By ESG Investor | 16/10/2023

Letter expresses concerns regarding connectivity with accounting standards, the strategic roadmap, and implementation priority.

PEPs & Sanctions

OFAC Issues First Sanctions for Breaches of Russia Oil Price Cap

By Editors | 15/10/2023

A new advisory was also released offering recommendations to the maritime industry and related sectors to enhance compliance with the price caps.

Clearing & Post-Trade

ESMA Proposes Fee Changes for Tier 1 Third Country CCPs

By Editors | 15/10/2023

Tier 1 third-country CCPs would be allocated annual fees via a weighting factor which depends on global turnover.

Tokenisation

Tokenisation Is Revolutionising Markets, But One Element Is Still Missing

By Ralf Kubli | 13/10/2023

Ralf Kubli says standardised algorithmic definitions must be used to ensure the entirety of a tokenised asset’s collateral, liabilities, and cash flows are represented.

Nature & Biodiversity

New Guidance on Nature Risks in Sovereign Debt Portfolios

By ESG Investor | 13/10/2023

The new guidance from NatureFinance is aligned with the final TNFD recommendations and is specifically relevant to sovereign debt investors.

Tokenisation

JPMorgan Chase Launches ‘Tokenized Collateral Network’

By Editors | 12/10/2023

The first live transaction involved the use of tokenised shares in a BlackRock MMF as collateral in a bilateral OTC derivatives trade with Barclays.

Reporting & Disclosures

Malaysia Hosts Asia Launch of Revised OECD Principles on Corporate Governance

By Editors | 11/10/2023

The SC chairman said a dedicated sustainability committee has been formed on the SC Board. Deputy finance minister said Parliament will consider the establishment of “Bursa RegSub”.