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Monetary Authority Of Singapore Receives 21 Applications For Digital Bank Licences

Date 07/01/2020

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) announced today that it has received 21 applications for digital bank licences as at the close of application on 31 December 2019. This comprises 7 applications for the digital full bank (DFB) licences, and 14 applications for the digital wholesale bank (DWB) licences.

Shenzhen Stock Exchange Implements Strict Governance Over The Market And Improves Its Targeted Regulatory Capacity - Summary Of Disciplinary Actions Of SZSE In 2019

Date 07/01/2020

In 2019, in the journey of sweeping reforms of the capital market, SZSE stayed true to its founding mission. It implemented fully the guiding principles of the Party’s 19th National Congress, the Fourth Plenary Session of the 19th CPC Central Committee and the Central Economic Work Conference, and adhered to the work requirements of “the four awes (stand in awe of the market, rule of law, professionalism and risks) and one joint force (The capital market’s development needs all the efforts made by all sides)” by the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC). With the core goals of the pursuit of standardization, stable regulation, secured rights and interests and risk prevention, disciplinary actions are important measures for SZSE to timely target the illegal actions in securities market. SZSE strengthened its regulatory functions, enhanced its regulations, and continued to promote the sound development of the capital market.

CFTC Commitments Of Traders Reports Update

Date 06/01/2020

The current reports for the week of December 31th, 2019 are now available.

Consolidated Audit Trail Industry Webinar – CAT 101 2:00 P.M. ET January 8, 2020

Date 06/01/2020

On Wednesday, January 8, 2020, at 2:00 PM EST, Consolidated Audit Trail, LLC and FINRA CAT, LLC will host an industry webinar entitled “CAT 101”.

New York Department Of Financial Services Issues Alert To Regulated Entities Concerning Heightened Risk Of Cyber Attacks

Date 06/01/2020

Today (January 4) the Department of Financial Services (DFS) issued the following industry letter to all regulated entities following recent events and the need for heightened cybersecurity precautions.

Update - Changes To Standard 3rd Friday Expiration Listings For Equity, ETP, And Index Options On BOX

Date 06/01/2020

BOX Exchange (“BOX” or the “Exchange”) recently distributed IC-2019-23 stating effective January 16, 2020, the Exchange would begin to list new standard 3rd Friday expiration replacements for Equity and ETP options on the Thursday prior to the near-term standard 3rd Friday expiration.  

Bermuda Stock Exchange Releases 2019 Year End Review

Date 06/01/2020

Highlights:

• Miami International Holdings acquires a controlling interest in the Exchange;
• BSX re-appointed to the Board of the World Federation of Exchanges;
• Record setting year for ILS listings;
• Exchange upholds its commitment to the continuing development of Bermuda’s domestic capital market. 

Cboe Global Markets Reports Trading Volume For December And Full Year 2019

Date 06/01/2020

• Cboe reports 2019 ADV growth for total options trading at C2 and EDGX Options Exchanges
• Cboe Mini-SPX (XSP) and FLEX options set new annual trading volume records
• Futures ADV up 3.7% and Global FX ADNV up 5% over November 2019

Intercontinental Exchange Reports December, Fourth Quarter And Full Year 2019 Statistics

Date 06/01/2020

Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. (NYSE:ICE), a leading operator of global exchanges and clearing houses and provider of data and listings services, today reported December, fourth quarter and full year 2019 trading volume and related revenue statistics, which can be viewed on the company’s investor relations website at http://ir.theice.com/ir-resources/supplemental-information in the Monthly Statistics Tracking spreadsheet.

ACER Published Three Public Consultations On The Implementation Of Clean Energy Package

Date 06/01/2020

The European Union Agency for the Cooperation of Energy Regulators (ACER) launched today three public consultations on the implementation of the Clean Energy Package. As already announced in December, the period for feedback will be shorter than usual, given the tight deadlines mandated in the regulations.