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ConsenSys Acquires Quorum® Platform From J.P. Morgan - ConsenSys Today Announced The Acquisition Of Quorum®, An Enterprise-Variant Of The Ethereum Blockchain Developed By J.P. Morgan

Date 25/08/2020

ConsenSys, an industry-leading blockchain software company, today announced the acquisition of Quorum®, an enterprise-variant of the Ethereum blockchain developed by J.P. Morgan (NYSE: JPM). With the addition of Quorum, ConsenSys now offers a full range of products, services, and support for Quorum, accelerating the availability of features and capabilities—such as digital asset functionality and document management. 

Better Together – Direxion Releases Connected Consumer ETF Tracking Solactive Index

Date 25/08/2020

The only constant in society and culture is change. Humanity’s infinite urge to innovate transforms our everyday life to an unimaginable extend, and innovative technologies open doors for more interconnection and efficiency. From top artists performing live concerts through online video games, to prestigious universities offering some of their degrees completely online, our social lives are becoming more and more dependent on technology by the day. This trend spans a considerable number of opportunities to take part in the growth of innovators across a vast array of fields, making investments in them a potentially attractive choice. Solactive pooled the potential of this megatrend in a dedicated index, the Solactive Connected Consumer Index, which underlies Direxion’s new Connected Consumer ETF.

Best Regulatory Compliance Award Shortlists Evidology Systems

Date 25/08/2020

Evidology Systems, the leading second-generation RegTech company, has confirmed today that its product, QED (Quality and Evidence Driven), has been shortlisted for an award by the prestigious 2020 Data Management Insights Awards.  A true second-generation solution specialising in principles-based regulations, QED was selected for the “Best Data Solution for Regulatory Compliance” category at this year’s awards.

MIAX Options - All Systems Operating Normally - Notice Of Delay In Symbol Download

Date 25/08/2020

Please be advised there was a delay in the availability of downloading symbols listed on MIAX Options until 7:09 AM.  All trading systems are operating normally.

AIX Has Become An Eligible Trading Venue For FTSE Frontier Index Series

Date 25/08/2020

FTSE Russell has added the Astana International Exchange (“AIX”, “Exchange”) as an eligible trading venue within the Ground Rules for the FTSE Frontier Index Series. Covering 98% of the investable market, FTSE Russell indexes offer a true picture of global markets, combined with the specialist knowledge gained from developing local benchmarks around the world. FTSE Russell index expertise and products are used extensively by institutional and retail investors globally.

“Strengthening Financial Resilience Amid A Crisis” – Speech By Ms Abigail Ng, Executive Director, Monetary Authority Of Singapore, At The Financial Planning Association Of Singapore Financial Planner Awards 2020 On 21 August 2020

Date 25/08/2020

Introduction
1.     A very good morning to everyone. It is my pleasure to join you at the first-ever virtual Financial Planner Awards 2020. We come together today, in these extraordinary times, to celebrate financial advisory professionals who excel in their professional knowledge, financial planning skills, and who uphold best practices in their chosen field. My congratulations to all the Award winners.

Shenzhen Stock Exchange: First Group Of 18 Enterprises Under The Reform Of The ChiNext Board And The Pilot Project Of The Registration-Based IPO System Successfully Listed On The ChiNext Board

Date 25/08/2020

On August 24, the listing ceremony of the first group of 18 enterprises under the reform of the ChiNext Board and the pilot project of the registration-based IPO system was held at Shenzhen Stock Exchange (SZSE). Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Vice Premier of State Council Liu He gave a written address. Secretary of the Guangdong Provincial Committee of the CPC Li Xi, and the Chairman of the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) Yi Huiman delivered a speech and jointly rang the opening bell for the first group of enterprises under the registration-based IPO system. 

Speech By China's Vice Premier Liu He At The Listing Ceremony Of The First Group Of Enterprises Under The Reform Of The ChiNext Board And The Pilot Project Of The Registration-Based IPO System

Date 25/08/2020

Distinguished Secretary Li Xi, Governor Ma Xingrui, Secretary Wang Weizhong, dear guests, friends, ladies and gentlemen:  

The successful implementation of the reform of the ChiNext Board and the pilot registration-based IPO system coincided with the 40th anniversary of the establishment of the Shenzhen Special Economic Zone, which is of great significance for improving China’s capital market system, facilitating the development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, and furthering the positive growth cycle and high-quality economic development. On behalf of the State Council, I would like to extend my warm congratulations.

Moscow Exchange: Risk parameters Changes For The Security MCD-RM - Update 1

Date 25/08/2020

Please follow the links below to access the information:

Risk parameters change for the security NVDA-RM

Risk parameters change for the security NVDA-RM

JCB And Viva Wallet’s Expanded Collaboration Across Europe

Date 25/08/2020

Highlights:

• In 2019, JCB and Viva Wallet shared their joint enablement plans, which were initially geared to serve merchants across 12 European countries. However, their extended partnership, will bring JCB acceptance to a new total of 17 various nations across Europe.
• This collaboration will support around 80,000 merchants in Greece, more than 3,000 merchants in Belgium, and more than 6,000 merchants in the United Kingdom (and other countries) across multiple industries including retail, food, and transportation.
• This partnership solidifies JCB’s commitment to build a wide customer base for their European partners with comprehensive acceptance for their cardmembers who seek simplicity and security as they process both high and low value transactions internationally.