SECURITIES AND FUTURES COMMISSION

Entering the Regtech Era

By Samuel Riding | 30/11/2015

In a new research report three Asia Pacific-based academics offer answers to the vexing question of how to regulate financial technology.

SFC Warns on Unlicensed Forex Broker

By Samuel Riding | 30/11/2015

IQSFX added to alert list on suspicion of conducting unlicensed business in Hong Kong.

Reacting to Asian ‘Risk Tilt’

By Samuel Riding | 26/11/2015

Asia’s rising economic influence and growth in the amount of risk being booked directly into the region are posing new questions for financial regulators and those they regulate.

SFC Launches ATS Consultation

By Samuel Riding | 23/11/2015

Hong Kong regulator’s consultation focuses on applying automated trading regulation to OTC derivatives.

When Regulations and Technology Clash

By Peter Guy | 26/10/2015

The ill-conceived pursuit of technology innovations by wealth managers and over cautious regulations are causing more uncertainty among clients.

Hong Kong, China to Strengthen Information Exchange

By Editors | 15/10/2015

Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission is looking to strengthen information sharing and cooperation with the China Securities Regulatory Commission to guard against market misconduct.

SFC Chairman Pushes for OTC Derivatives Reform

By Editors | 14/10/2015

The chairman of the Securities and Futures Commission says there is no room for delay in the implementation of OTC derivatives reforms as international standards need to be met.

Hong Kong to Establish Resolution Regime This Year

By Editors | 12/10/2015

Majority of respondents supportive of the proposal to establish local resolution regime in line with FSB standards.

Hong Kong to Streamline Fund Authorisation Process

By Editors | 12/10/2015

Intention to promote fund providers’ self-compliance and reduce the overall processing time without compromising investor protection.