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FCA Slow To Grasp Implications Of Approved Persons Register Abolition - And Complacent On Updating Training And Competence Rules, Says CISI

Date 16/11/2017

The CISI has reiterated its concerns around the abolition of the Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA) Approved Person’s Register, and the impact to the consumer, in its latest response to an FCA consultation.

Luxembourg Green Exchange - COP23 Expert Discussion: The Future Of Impact And Use Of Proceeds Reporting

Date 16/11/2017

• Disclosure pressure is a good sign
• The challenge is to prevent disclosure requirements from becoming unnecessarily cumbersome

Metamako’s APAC Presence Gets Major Boost With Chinese Certification Of Its Low-Latency Network Devices

Date 16/11/2017

Metamako, the leading provider of ultra-low latency, FPGA-enabled network platforms, today announced the completion and award of its China Compulsory Certification (CCC). This marks a significant milestone for fast-growing Metamako, as it now allows the company to deliver on its aggressive strategy of expansion in Asia.

RegTek.Solutions Recognized As A Leading industry Provider By FinTech Global

Date 16/11/2017

RegTek.Solutions, the market-leading control and compliance software provider for global trade and transaction reporting, is pleased to announce the company’s inclusion in the latest edition of the RegTech100, known as the directory of the ‘world’s most innovative providers of technology solutions that address the challenges and opportunities of dealing with regulatory issues’. The directory is researched and produced by FinTech.Global, a market leader in the FinTech and RegTech industries, providing specialist research and analysis for investors, advisors, innovative companies and financial institutions.

NEX Optimisation’s triCalculate Adds KVA Analytics For Pricing Derivatives Trades

Date 16/11/2017

NEX Optimisation, which helps clients reduce complexity and optimise resources across the transaction lifecycle, announces today that it has introduced capital valuation adjustment (KVA) analytics to its triCalculate XVA (Valuation Adjustment) service. KVA calculations determine the lifetime costs of capital as part of the pricing of an OTC derivative.

African Securities Exchanges Association 2016 Annual Report And Financial Statements

Date 16/11/2017

The African Securities Exchanges Association (“ASEA” or “the Association”) is the premier Association of exchanges in Africa, which was founded with the aim of developing Member Exchanges and providing a platform for networking. The Association has a full membership of 27 vibrant Exchanges – serving 32 economies in Africa.

Landmark Partnership To Level Up Skills For Singaporeans To Seize FinTech Jobs - Financial Sector, Local Universities And Government Collaborate To Accelerate Career Development Of FinTech Professionals

Date 16/11/2017

The Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) and Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), together with SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG), six local universities, and five financial associations1, today sealed a landmark Memorandum of Intent (MOI) for the TechSkills Accelerator (TeSA) FinTech Collective, to jointly develop industry-ready professionals in meeting the strong demands of emerging infocomm technology (ICT) skills. The TeSA FinTech Collective was first announced by Mr Ong Ye Kung, Minister for Education (Higher Education and Skills) and Second Minister for Defence, at the Singapore FinTech Festival welcome dinner on 13 November 2017.

Accounting And Auditing Seminar Held By Shenzhen Stock Exchange, CSRC Shenzhen And SZICPA

Date 16/11/2017

The 2017 Accounting and Auditing Seminar was held by Shenzhen Stock Exchange (“SZSE”), Shenzhen Regulatory Bureau of China Securities and Regulatory Commission (“CSRC Shenzhen”), and Shenzhen Institute of Certified Public Accountants (“SZICPA”) recently, attracting over 130 participants from SZSE, CSRC Shenzhen, SZICPA, and accounting firms with qualifications to participate in securities business.

NZX Investor Day Presentation 2017

Date 16/11/2017

NZX is today updating shareholders and analysts on its refreshed strategy, delivery plan, and role within New Zealand’s capital markets. The session includes presentations from Chief Executive Office Mark Peterson and senior leadership team members. A copy of the presentation can be found here.

Bangko Sentral Ng Pilipinas And The Monetary Authority Of Singapore To Forge Closer FinTech Ties

Date 16/11/2017

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) and the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) today signed a FinTech Co-operation Agreement (CA) to promote innovation in financial services in their respective markets. The BSP-MAS CA was signed at the sidelines of the 2nd Singapore FinTech Festival that is currently being held in Singapore from 13 to 17 November 2017.