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Market Infrastructure
MAS to Intensify Supervisory Engagement to Drive SORA Transition
By Manesh Samtani | 09/09/2020
In an ABS virtual roundtable, MAS deputy managing director Jacqueline Loh spoke of a three-pillar approach to support a smooth transition from SOR to SORA.
MAS to Implement CMFAS Exam Changes in Q1 2020
By Editors | 07/09/2020
MAS is consulting on amendments to the FAA and SFA Notices to introduce provisions on ethics and skills into the existing CMFAS rules and regulations modules.
Market Infrastructure
SFA, AMTD Partner to Establish Cybersecurity Centre in Singapore
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 07/09/2020
The Centre will groom talent and raise awareness of the importance of cybersecurity among digital platforms, fintechs, financial institutions and other sectors.
Market Infrastructure
DBS Launches SORA Business Property Mortgage Loan Package
By Editors | 06/09/2020
The package is tailored to allow SMEs to finance or refinance their commercial and industrial properties at more competitive rates.
Securities / Derivatives
MAS Best Execution Requirements to Take Effect in March 2022
By Manesh Samtani | 04/09/2020
Following from a November 2017 consultation paper, MAS has set an 18-month transitional period for Singapore financial firms to comply with best execution requirements.
Market Infrastructure
UOB Issues First Dual Tranche SORA-SOFR Loan for CapitaLand
By Manesh Samtani | 04/09/2020
UOB and CapitaLand aim to enhance market confidence in adopting SORA and help accelerate the transition away from SOR, in line with MAS objectives.
Capital / Liquidity
MAS to Launch SGD Liquidity Facility, Enhance USD Facility
By Manesh Samtani | 03/09/2020
The enhancements will fortify the resilience of Singapore’s banking sector and financial markets, and enable banks to continue to support the needs of businesses and individuals.
AML / KYC
Trade-based Money Laundering: Avoiding Murky Waters
By Jamil Ahmed | 31/08/2020
HSBC Singapore’s Jamil Ahmed calls for continued vigilance, the use of technology, and participation in public-private partnerships to mitigate trade-based money laundering risks.
Singapore Raises Salary Requirement for Financial Sector Work Visa
By Manesh Samtani | 27/08/2020
MAS officials have recently said protecting Singaporean jobs was a “top priority” and that financial sector employers must “commit to growing the local talent pool”.
Crypto / Digital Assets
Malaysia, Indonesia Regulators Sign Fintech Cooperation Pact
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/08/2020
The agreement aims to facilitate information sharing, provide joint innovation opportunities, and facilitate cross-border referrals of fintech businesses.
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