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ESMA Simplifies MiFID II/ MiFIR Obligations On Market Data
Date 23/02/2026
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the EU’s financial markets regulator and supervisor, has withdrawn its guidelines on the MiFID II/ MiFIR obligations on market data, effective immediately, reflecting its ongoing commitment to simplifying rules and reducing unnecessary compliance burdens for market participants.
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Funds-Axis Appoints Chris Machin As Chief Operating Officer To Lead Next Phase Of Global Growth
Date 23/02/2026
Funds-Axis, the regulatory technology and investment compliance specialist, today announces the appointment of Chris Machin as Chief Operating Officer, marking a significant milestone as the firm accelerates its international expansion.
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FSB - Thematic Peer Review On Public Sector Backstop Funding Mechanisms: Summary Terms of Reference
Date 23/02/2026
The Financial Stability Board is seeking feedback from stakeholders as part of its thematic peer review on the implementation of public sector backstop funding mechanisms.
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The Egyptian Exchange (EGX) Fulfills FTSE Russell Emerging Markets Index Criteria
Date 23/02/2026
- Meeting FTSE Index Standards Enhances The Egyptian Market’s Attractiveness for International Investment Funds
- MOF, FRA and EGX Proceeds with Deepening the Market Enhancing its International Attractiveness
- Dr. Mohamed Farid: A Pivotal Step within the Framework of Political Leadership’s Vision to Improve Egypt’s Ranking within the International Indicators
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Global Deal Activity Starts On Weak Note In 2026, Says GlobalData
Date 23/02/2026
Global deal activity fell sharply year-on-year (YoY) in January 2026, underscoring a broad-based slowdown in risk appetite across markets. The broad-based contraction points to a structural reset in capital allocation priorities, as investors pivot from aggressive expansion to capital preservation, pricing discipline, and execution certainty amid persistent macro and geopolitical volatility, reveals GlobalData, a leading intelligence and productivity platform.
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EGX Chairman, Dr. Islam Azzam Announces The Launch Of Trading Future Contracts Starting March 1, 2026
Date 23/02/2026
As part of the strategy to develop the Egyptian market, EGX Chairman, Dr. Islam Azzam, announces commencement of trading future contracts (financial derivatives) starting from the session of Sunday, March 1, 2026. This historic step reflects completion of the regulatory and operational requirements of launching future contracts market.
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Finnfund’s Hanna Loikkanen: Impact Investing Captivates Private Investors
Date 23/02/2026
The allure of impact investing among private investors is surging, with an increasing number seeking not just financial returns but also positive societal impact. According to the GIIN, the Global Impact Investing Network, assets managed by impact investors have increased at a compound annual growth rate of 21% over the past six years, with an 11% increase in the past year — a signal of enduring confidence in our market.
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CoinShares Reduces Management Fee On Europe's Largest Physically-Backed Bitcoin ETP To 0.15% - Permanent Fee Reduction Reinforces Market Leadership And Commitment To Accessible Digital Asset Investment
Date 23/02/2026
CoinShares International Limited ("CoinShares" or "the Group") (Nasdaq Stockholm: CS; US OTCQX: CNSRF), a global leading asset manager specialising in digital assets and Europe's largest and longest-standing digital asset investment firm, today announced a permanent reduction in the management fee on its flagship CoinShares Bitcoin ETP (ticker: BITC) to 0.15% (15 basis points), effective immediately.
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Securities Commission Malaysia Charges Founder Of AUF MBZ With Offences Relating To Unlicensed Capital Market Activities - Former, Current Directors Of Two Unlisted Public Companies Also Charged For Abetment
Date 23/02/2026
The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) today charged AUF MBZ Consortium PLT (AUF MBZ) founder Datuk Wira Mahadi bin Badrul Zaman (Mahadi) at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court with two charges relating to unlicensed capital market activities under section 58(1) of the Capital Markets and Services Act 2007 (CMSA).
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Toward A Safer Financial System For Australians - Keynote Address By ASIC Commissioner Alan Kirkland At The Professional Planner Advice Policy Summit In Canberra On 23 February 2026
Date 23/02/2026
Key points
- Addressing the conduct that led to the collapse of the Shield and First Guardian Master Funds is one of ASIC’s biggest priorities.
- ASIC’s enforcement work on these matters complements our ongoing program of surveillance. Last week, ASIC commenced a review of advice licensees that use lead generation services. We are also reviewing trustee practices to understand the steps they have taken to detect and disrupt high-risk super-switching.
- As work on reforms to make the system safer for consumers continues, ASIC is stepping up assistance for people looking for help today – including by revitalising and rebuilding our Moneysmart resources.
