Tag: APAC

BIS Innovation Hub and MAS develop prototype supervisory analytics platform
March 31, 2022 BY Steffy Bogdanova

BIS Innovation Hub and MAS build "Project Ellipse" - a prototype supervisory analytics platform

Ross Leckow, Acting Head of the BIS Innovation Hub, said: Regulators need accurate and timely information to assess emerging risks and to make informed supervisory decisions. Project Ellipse has now developed a potential tool for the global regulatory community to further explore and collaborate on common solutions that can improve the data and analytical capabilities…

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Finalto
March 28, 2022 BY Steffy Bogdanova

Taurus Share starts using Finalto 360 Technology Stack

Alex Mackinnon, CEO Finalto Asia, commented: We are excited to be working with Kelvin Zhao of Taurus Share. The 360 Stack is great showcase of our innovation and prowess in developing exciting tech that can be built around business, powering the trade and more importantly for the brokers giving them the CRM, communication and back-office…

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ASIC
March 24, 2022 BY Steffy Bogdanova

ASIC warns against impersonation scams

ASIC said: ASIC is aware of scammers impersonating legitimate companies and then use convincing reasons for the victim to give them remote access (i.e. the ability to log into the victim’s computer or phone from their location). If someone asks you for remote access it is probably a scam. The Australian regulator has also observed…

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Redmond Wong joins Saxo Markets as marketing strategist
March 23, 2022 BY Steffy Bogdanova

Saxo Markets hires Redmond Wong as market strategist for HK office

Richard Douglas, CEO of Hong Kong, Saxo Markets, commented: Saxo’s vision is to enable people to fulfill their financial aspirations and make an impact. To achieve that, we're not only offering clients access to more than 60 exchanges globally with over 40,000 instruments covering different asset classes, we're also providing timely, relevant and insightful research…

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ASIC
March 21, 2022 BY Steffy Bogdanova

ASIC issues guidance outlining how financial services laws applies to influencers

The information sheet ASIC published highlights the activities where influencers can breach the legal requirements if they are unaware including financial product advice, dealing by arranging and misleading or deceptive conduct. The regulator has also explained issues influencers may consider such as whether an AFS licence is needed, getting familiar with relevant regulatory guidance and…

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ASX hires David Curran
March 21, 2022 BY Steffy Bogdanova

ASX appoints David Curran to its Board of Directors

ASX Chairman, Damian Roche said: Dave’s experience leading digital transformations to deliver customer-focused solutions, knowledge of new and emerging technologies, and desire to see Australia realise its potential as a world-class technology centre bring both practical and strategic perspectives to ASX. These attributes, along with his ability to combine technology, business and customer views, give…

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FTX opens Australia business unit
March 21, 2022 BY Steffy Bogdanova

Crypto exchange FTX launches operations in Australia

Australia a is a significant growing market for FTX.  The company highlighted that the launch of FTX Australia shows the its long-term commitment to the local market and represents the natural next step in the FTX's global expansion. Last week, FTX  announced obtaining a license to establish and operate its Virtual Asset Exchange and Clearing…

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