International

    PEPs & Sanctions

    Final Phase of Meng Extradition Case to Be Delayed

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 25/04/2021

    The final phase of the extradition case is being delayed to allow Meng’s lawyers to examine documents being provided by HSBC as a result of a Hong Kong court ruling.

    Sustainable Finance

    ICMA Explores Role of Repo Market in Sustainable Finance

    By Editors | 25/04/2021

    A new ICMA paper looks at the intersections between the repo and collateral market and sustainable finance.

    Market Risk

    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.

    Market Abuse

    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.

    Clearing & Post-Trade

    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.

    Trading & Investment

    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.

    Conduct, Culture & Accountability

    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.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    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.

    Credit Risk

    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.

    Trading & Investment

    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.

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