International

    Fintech / Regtech

    Regulatory Future Proofing with In-Memory Computing

    By Editors | 24/04/2021

    In-memory analytics tools allow even the most complex of regulatory calculations to be performed in minutes or seconds rather than hours.

    AML / KYC

    BaFin Files Criminal Complaint Against Deutsche Bank Exec

    By Manesh Samtani | 23/04/2021

    Alexander Schütz is suspected of using inside information to trade Wirecard shares. A separate probe into EY’s audits of Wirecard is continuing.

    Market Infrastructure

    DTCC Study Highlights Need to Enhance Post-trade Processes

    By Editors | 22/04/2021

    The sell-side is seeking enhancements to reconciliations and confirmations capabilities. The buy-side is focusing on fails and collateral management.

    Market Infrastructure

    ARRC Outlines Principles for Forward-Looking SOFR Term Rate

    By Editors | 22/04/2021

    The ARRC said it is seeking to provide greater clarity on the likelihood and potential timing of a recommended SOFR term rate for certain uses.

    Market Infrastructure

    FMSB Offers Guidance on Transitioning LIBOR Back Book

    By Manesh Samtani | 20/04/2021

    The Spotlight Review examines back book transition complexities through practical case studies and sets out key considerations for managing the associated risks.

    AML / KYC

    European Commission Publishes Strategy to Combat Human Trafficking

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 20/04/2021

    The 5-year strategy includes the use of financial investigations and the development of a framework to identify, seize and confiscate criminal assets.

    Market Infrastructure

    BCBS to Discuss Archegos Collapse, Total Return Swaps

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 20/04/2021

    The BCBS will intensify scrutiny of structured financial products and total return swaps, according to Secretary General Carolyn Rogers.

    Securities / Derivatives

    ISDA to Consolidate Interest Rate Derivatives Definitional Book

    By Editors | 20/04/2021

    The new 2021 ISDA Interest Rate Derivatives Definitions will be published on 17 May, with target implementation scheduled for October.

    Market Infrastructure

    Industry Bodies Urge EU, UK to Link Emissions Trading Systems

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 19/04/2021

    Linking the systems ahead of COP 26 would reaffirm the UK and EU as climate leaders and demonstrate strong advocacy for international carbon markets.

    Capital / Liquidity

    BCBS Outlines Work Priorities for 2021-2022

    By Editors | 19/04/2021

    Priorities include ongoing Covid-19, digitalisation, climate risk, AI/machine learning, data and technology governance and operational resilience.

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