United States

    Press Release

    Regulation Asia Awards for Excellence 2022 – Results Announcement

    By Editors | 23/11/2022

    Regulation Asia held its fifth annual Awards ceremony on 22 November 2022. Here we explain our methodology and announce the winners for the year.

    Enforcement

    US Court Sentences Theranos Founder Elizabeth Homes to Jail

    By Editors | 21/11/2022

    A California court sentenced Elizabeth Holmes to 11 years and three months in prison. She will also be required to pay restitution to investors.

    AML / KYC

    Western Allies Sanction Iran Over Protest Handling, Drone Sales

    By Editors | 18/11/2022

    The EU, UK, US and Canada imposed sanctions over the use of use of force against peaceful protestors and the sale of drones to Russia.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    FTX’s “Complete Failure” of Corporate Controls, Worse Than Enron

    By Manesh Samtani | 18/11/2022

    Restructuring specialist John J Ray says FTX’s failure is the worst he has ever seen, citing control failures and the “complete absence” of trustworthy financial information.

    AML / KYC

    USCC Calls for Formation of China Sanctions Planning Committee

    By Editors | 17/11/2022

    Congressional advisory body USCC says a new committee should be formed to develop options to respond to possible hostile action by China against Taiwan.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    NYIC, US Banks Launch PoC to Test Digital Money Platform

    By Editors | 17/11/2022

    Participants include BNY Mellon, Citi, HSBC, Mastercard, PNC Bank, TD Bank, Truist, US Bank, Wells Fargo, SETL, Digital Asset, AWS, SWIFT, Sullivan & Cromwell, and Deloitte.

    Market Infrastructure

    IBA Confirms Plans for Cessation of USD LIBOR ICE Swap Rate

    By Editors | 17/11/2022

    Publication of USD LIBOR ICE Swap Rate “runs” for all tenors will cease immediately after the rates are published on 30 June 2023.

    Market Infrastructure

    PCAOB Had “Good Access” During Hong Kong Audit Inspection – Report

    By Editors | 16/11/2022

    The PCAOB reportedly gained all the information it requested during its inspection, but a decision has not yet been made regarding its dispute with Chinese regulators.

    ESG / Sustainability

    EU Watchdogs Ask for Input on Greenwashing Risks

    By ESG Investor | 16/11/2022

    The feedback may lead to further supervisory or enforceable action to reduce greenwashing risks; ESAs also call for an extension to the PAI review.

    AML / KYC

    New US Sanctions Target Network Procuring Tech for Russia

    By Editors | 15/11/2022

    OFAC sanctions target microelectronics supply network. European Commission issues new FAQs. Canada targets 23 Russian individuals.

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