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What firms should know ahead of the DSB’s UPI launch
Six jurisdictions have set deadlines for firms to implement the derivatives identifier, with more expected to follow.
People Moves: Cboe, Esma, ASIC, State Street, NeoXam, and more
A look at some of the key people moves from this week, including Erik Thedéen (pictured), who has been appointed vice chair of Esma.
Users clash with ASX over changes to its DLT settlement system
Industry groups and tech experts are worried that proposed last-minute changes will introduce new risks.
This Week: ASIC/RBA, TSE, Schroders/SteelEye, HKEx, Talos, and more
A look at some of the past week’s financial technology news.
The Road to Regtech 3.0
With regional banking authorities supporting fintech accelerator events, the "regtech" movement is gathering steam.
Speeding Out of India: The HFT & Algo Trading Debate Quickens in India
High-frequency trading can be a tough topic to tackle. Regulators around the globe are scrambling to ensure their markets are fair and orderly while drawing in liquidity and lessening spreads. Wei-Shen Wong discusses Indian regulator Sebi’s new proposals…
DTCC Lowers Trade Repository Fees for Australia and Singapore
The pricing change for ASIC and MAS transactions is effective Oct. 1.
Boosting Asia’s Liquidity: A Look at Best Ex Issues in the Region
While best execution mandates are growing around the globe, should the question be more about better execution than best execution?
Asic Grants First Depository License to DTCC
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (Asic) has granted an Australian derivative trade repository license to the Depository Trust and Clearing Corporation's (DTCC) Singaporean facility.
DTCC Adds Trade Reporting for Australia, Singapore
The US Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC) has announced the extension of its Global Trade Repository (GTR) service to Australia and Singapore.
ASIC Implements First Derivatives Surveillance System
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has gone live with a market surveillance system from First Derivatives, the vendor has announced.
ASIC Releases New Rules on Dark Liquidity and HFT
The Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) has released a new set of rules for dark liquidity and high-frequency trading that are designed to influence market participants’ behavior.
ASIC: HFT Not to Blame for Price Swings
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has denied that high-frequency trading (HFT) is damaging the quality of the markets in Australia and instead blamed dark liquidity for negatively impacting prices.
ASIC Proposes OTC Trade Repositories
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has released a consultation paper proposing the establishment of a trade repository regime for over-the-counter (OTC) derivatives.
ASIC Picks First Derivatives Platform for Market Surveillance
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has chosen Delta Stream from Northern Ireland-based technology vendor First Derivatives as its new market surveillance system.
ASIC Considers Kill Switch Introduction
The Australian Securities & Investments Commission (ASIC), plans to release a new set of rules for automated trading this week, chief among which will be the introduction of circuit breakers for brokers.
CFTC Under Fire from Asia-Pacific Regulators
Singaporean, Hong Kong and Australian bodies express concern over extraterritorial implications for OTC reform.
CFTC Under Fire from Asia-Pacific Regulators
Singaporean, Hong Kong and Australian bodies express concern over extraterritorial implications for OTC reform.
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Australian regulators get ready for a tough line on robot trading.
ASIC Tightens Automated Trading Controls
Australian regulator publishes draft rules on algorithmic trading oversight.
ASIC Consults Further on Market Reforms
Australian regulator to seek more comment on automated trading.