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The Request Network Foundation Announces Partnership With PwC France And Francophone Africa - Strengthening Their Leading Role In The Future Of Professional Services Made Possible By The Blockchain Revolution.

Date 26/03/2018

Blockchain technology has become one of the most talked about and disruptive technologies of the last decade, leading to a surge in permissionless innovation and increased R&D in all other revolutionary use-cases the distributed ledger technology can offer to businesses at a global level. Allowing for unprecedented possibilities in making critical business processes more secure, transparent and efficient, the Request Network Foundation has formed a partnership with the PwC France and Francophone Africa Blockchain Lab. This partnership will shape and collectively develop the future of professional services, taking a leading role in offering solutions to clients’ needs of onboarding blockchain to their business practices.

The 2nd Japan-UAE Financial Cooperation Seminar Joint Press Release

Date 26/03/2018

On March 26, Financial Services Agency and Ministry of Finance co-hosted “the 2nd Japan- UAE Financial Cooperation Seminar” with the participation of H. E. Mr. Takao Ochi, State Minister for Financial Services and H. E Mubarak Rashid Al Mansoori, Governor of Central Bank of UAE at the venue of Financial Services Agency.

World Economic Forum Appoints Troels Oerting To Lead its new Global Centre For Cybersecurity

Date 26/03/2018

HKEX: Risk Management Arrangements In Respect Of Easter Holidays And Ching Ming Festival – Reminder

Date 26/03/2018

Reference is made to the circular dated 16 March 2018 (Ref No.: CD/CDCRM/058/2018) regarding risk management arrangements in respect of the forth-coming Easter Holidays and Ching Ming Festival.

Securities Commission Malaysia: Court Of Appeal Jails Ex-Director For Furnishing False Statements To Stock Exchange

Date 26/03/2018

The Court of Appeal on Friday, 23 March 2018, dismissed an appeal by former director of LFE Corporation Bhd (LFE), Alan Rajendram a/l Jeya Rajendram, against his conviction for  furnishing false statements  to Bursa Malaysia Securities Bhd (Bursa) in 2007.

UK Financial Conduct Authority Announces Changes To Advice On Pension Transfers

Date 26/03/2018

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has today published new rules on pension transfer advice and is seeking views on additional changes, including adviser charging structures. The new rules and areas for discussion aim to improve the quality of pension transfer advice to help consumers make informed decisions for their individual circumstances.

Global Financial Centres Index 23 - Overall Increase In Confidence For The Leading Centres

Date 26/03/2018

Leading Index Finds London Number One – TheCityUK Warns Against Complacency

Date 26/03/2018

In response to the Z/YEN Global Financial Centres Index (GFCI 23) released today, Miles Celic, Chief Executive Officer, TheCityUK, said,

It’s great news that London continues to be recognised as the world's leading international financial centre. This underlines the strength and breadth of the ecosystem, financial infrastructure and globally competitive offering.

“That said, we cannot afford the self-indulgence of complacency. Other financial centres, particularly those in North America and Asia are increasingly competitive and will continue to vie for a greater share of global business. If we falter, they will make up the ground on us fast.

“With no other European centre in the top 15, London’s offering continues to be a critical part of wider European competitiveness, underlining the need for a Brexit deal that keeps markets open and efficient, and which does not needlessly damage European economic growth.”

"We Are Reaping The Benefits" - In A Video Interview, Tony Shaw, Director London Office SIX Swiss Exchange, Talks About The Start Of The Year Regarding Volumes And Regulatory Changes

Date 26/03/2018

After a very successful year 2017 with growing volumes and an increase in market share, SIX Swiss Exchange also registered a strong start in 2018. At the end of February, overall year-on-year trading turnover saw an increase of 8.7% to reach close to CHF 250 billion - of which CHF 200 billion were traded in equities, up by 10%.

Cboe Europe Signs Saxo Bank As New Indices Customer

Date 26/03/2018

Cboe Global Markets, Inc. (Cboe: CBOE | Nasdaq: CBOE), one of the world’s largest exchange holding companies, today announced that Saxo Bank, the online trading and investment specialist, has signed a licence agreement to utilise 15 Cboe European national benchmark indices, including its FR 40, DE 30 and CH 20 indices. Saxo Bank plans to utilise the Indices for benchmarking against European markets and the creation of original products. Cboe’s indices are also expected to be available in real-time and with historical charts to clients via the online Saxo Trader platform.