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Updates and commentary on evolving market regulation.

US IRS issues safe harbour guidance for crypto staking ETPs

13 November 2025

US IRS issues safe harbour guidance for crypto staking ETPs

The safe harbour applies to trusts that meet specific conditions, such as single-asset holdings and custodian control.

Isda recognises enforceability of close-out netting in Saudi Arabia

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Isda recognises enforceability of close-out netting in Saudi Arabia

The move is aimed at reducing systemic risk and ensuring the orderly settlement of contracts, according to the nation’s market regulator.

BSW: structured products need a fair chance in regulation and retirement planning

12 Nov 2025

BSW: structured products need a fair chance in regulation and retirement planning

As BaFin’s turbo restrictions loom, the BSW chief outlines the association’s push for greater clarity on costs, risks and the true value of structured products.

Iosco urges caution as tokenisation gains momentum

12 Nov 2025

Iosco urges caution as tokenisation gains momentum

Iosco's final report on the tokenisation of financial assets outlined uneven efficiency gains, evolving risks, and fragmented regulatory responses.

European regulators caution consumers on volatile crypto assets

12 Nov 2025

European regulators caution consumers on volatile crypto assets

The joint warning by European supervisory authorities (ESAs) urged consumers to verify provider authorisation and secure wallets.

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12 Nov 2025

Isda paper shows DRR framework delivering cost, efficiency results

The paper in collaboration with Capgemini is based on interviews with...

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11 Nov 2025

Korea’s Hana Bank fined by regulator over ‘incomplete’ PE fund, ELT sales

The Korean bank broke solicitation rules of investment in specific...

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10 Nov 2025

European Commission investigates Deutsche Börse, Nasdaq on derivatives practice

The development follows the Commission’s unannounced inspections at...

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05 Nov 2025

Inside CCI: redefining the post-Priips landscape

We look at what the CCI regime means for the future of retail...

Iosco calls for greater transparency in single-name CDS market

05 Nov 2025

Iosco calls for greater transparency in single-name CDS market

The Iosco report examined the March 2023 banking turmoil and recommends measures to improve post-trade transparency.

Finra penalises First Trust for gifts violations

05 Nov 2025

Finra penalises First Trust for gifts violations

Finra Rule 2341 prohibits member firms from making payments or offers of payments of any non-cash compensation, subject to specified exceptions.

Basel Committee tightens derivatives exposure with new rules

05 Nov 2025

Basel Committee tightens derivatives exposure with new rules

The Basel Committee on Banking Supervision (BCBS) has issued new rules on how banks calculate capital requirements for specific derivatives to improve the process and better reflect real risks.

Nascar champion Kyle Busch sues Pacific Life over IULs

04 Nov 2025

Nascar champion Kyle Busch sues Pacific Life over IULs

The stock car racing driver has accused the US insurer of misrepresenting its indexed universal life (IUL) policies, causing him US$8.6m in losses.