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Bitfinex Launches ‘Paper Trading’ Of Live Cryptocurrency Markets

Date 06/07/2020

Bitfinex, a state-of-the-art digital asset trading platform, has launched paper trading, a demo account service that enables users to practice strategies without putting funds at risk in a live account.

Dubai Financial Services Authority’s 2020 Summer Innovation Testing Licence Programme Accepts Largest Number Of Innovative Firms To Date

Date 06/07/2020

The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) is pleased to announce that it has accepted 16 firms into its 2020 Summer Innovation Testing Licence (ITL) Cohort. The ITL Programme provides a unique environment that helps firms to test innovative solutions in and from the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). The ITL provides these firms with temporary flexibility to test and develop concepts within a restricted regulatory environment. The 16 firms can now begin the process to apply for an ITL, with the first batch of licences expected to be issued in October. A total of 34 firms applied for the Summer Cohort, the largest applicant pool to date. This is a clear indication that the DIFC is strengthening its already strong position as the financial centre of choice for financial services innovation.

BNP Paribas Asset Management Appoints Global Head Of Client Experience

Date 06/07/2020

BNP Paribas Asset Management (‘BNPP AM’) announces the appointment of Christopher Dunn as Global Head of Client Experience.  Based in Paris, he reports to Roger Miners, Global Chief Marketing Officer.

Oslo Børs: Aker Biomarine Admitted To Trading

Date 06/07/2020

The biotech company Aker BioMarine has today been admitted to trading on Merkur Market. Aker BioMarine is the ninth company to be admitted to trading or listing at Oslo Børs so far this year.

Euronext Announces Volumes For June 2020

Date 06/07/2020

Euronext, the leading pan-European exchange, announced trading volumes for June 2020.

Elly Hardwick Appointed To The Board Of Directors For Itiviti

Date 06/07/2020

Itiviti, a leading technology and service provider to financial institutions worldwide, today announced that Elly Hardwick had been appointed to its board of directors to further growth and technology-driven innovation plans for the company.  

Shenzhen Stock Exchange Market Bulletin July 06, 2020 (Issue 19)

Date 06/07/2020

China once again shortened its negative list of sectors off-limits for foreign investors. The number of such sectors will be cut to 33 in the 2020 version of the Negative List from 40 in the 2019 version, according to a statement jointly released on June 24th by the National Development and Reform Commission and the Ministry of Commerce. No foreign shareholding limits will apply to financial sector as the restrictions on foreign shares of securities companies, securities investment fund management companies, futures companies, and life insurance companies were lifted in the 2020 version Negative List.

Regulator’s Column: What SGX RegCo Expects Of Sustainability Reporting During COVID-19 Times

Date 06/07/2020

Urgent action to deal with various business disruptions has characterised the first phase of corporate response to the COVID-19 pandemic. These include activating business continuity plans to comply with safe distancing measures, finding alternative supply chains amidst lockdowns globally, and navigating legal contracts and force majeure events. 

HKEX Launches 1st Tranche Of MSCI Futures Contracts

Date 06/07/2020

• 10 new MSCI index futures contracts have launched today on HKEX
• First tranche of new HKEX / MSCI licensing agreement for 37 futures and options contracts in Hong Kong

Dubai Financial Market Announces The Results Of The Semiannual Review Of Eligible Securities For Trading With The Support Of A Market Maker

Date 06/07/2020

Click here to download details of the semiannual review of the semiannual review of eligible Securities for Trading with the support of a Market Maker.