United States

    US Banks Pledge to Take Government’s Lead on Taiwan Issue

    By Editors | 26/09/2022

    JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America and Citigroup would exit China if so ordered by the US government in response to an attack on Taiwan.

    ESG / Sustainability

    NYC Comptroller Calls Out BlackRock on Climate

    By ESG Investor | 26/09/2022

    New York City Comptroller is calling for BlackRock to better align its investment activities with its climate commitments.

    Enforcement

    US SEC Fines Morgan Stanley Unit for Not Protecting Customer Data

    By Manesh Samtani | 24/09/2022

    A moving and storage company hired by Morgan Stanley’s wealth management division sold thousands of devices containing customer information to a third party.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    US SEC Accounting Guidance Disrupts Banks Crypto Projects

    By Mark Johnston | 24/09/2022

    Accounting guidance issued in March has reportedly forced US listed banks that were building out crypto offerings to suspend their plans.

    Big Picture

    DTCC Warns of Risks from Quantum Computing Technology

    By Editors | 23/09/2022

    DTCC outlines steps firms should take to prepare for the emergence of new post-quantum cryptography standards. Final standards are scheduled for 2024.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Tokyo, New York Bourses to Promote Cross-border Investment

    By Editors | 23/09/2022

    The NYSE and TSE will collaborate on product development, marketing, information sharing, and the use of digital technologies in market operations.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Chinese Officials in Hong Kong to Assist With PCAOB Inspections

    By Editors | 23/09/2022

    PCAOB inspectors have been in Hong Kong this week to commence audit inspections of US-listed Chinese companies at PwC and KPMG’s offices.

    Securities / Derivatives

    More S&P 500 Firms Disclosing in Line with TCFD – CDP

    By ESG Investor | 22/09/2022

    Over half of S&P 500 firms assessed by CDP are 90-99% aligned with the TCFD key recommendations.

    ESG / Sustainability

    US Banks “Ignoring Climate Emergency” – Reclaim Finance

    By ESG Investor | 22/09/2022

    Reclaim Finance calls on US banks to “immediately complement their net zero pledges with real action and implement robust coal policies”.

    Enforcement

    New York AG Files Fraud Charges Against Trump & Family

    By Editors | 22/09/2022

    The lawsuit says Trump falsified his net worth to obtain more favourable loan terms, cheaper insurance coverage, and tax benefits.

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