Latest articles from James King

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Basel III reforms go-live aimed at 2025

February 16, 2023

The delayed Basel III reforms are poised for progress in 2023, but there are signs of divergence between EU, UK and US implementation.

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Multi-currency will define the ‘Asian century’

December 9, 2022

As the centre of the world seems to shift eastwards, the region is turning away from the US dollar and towards bilateral local currency settlement.

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The year ahead: reconfiguring business as usual

November 29, 2022

The global economy is at an inflection point, as governments unwind their Covid-19 relief programmes, political tensions ratchet up and inflation hits double-digits in many countries. Is there a crisis in the making?

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Malaysia initiative targets capital market growth

November 24, 2022

The country’s capital market regulator aims to bolster digitisation and SME access to finance, but it is failing to address fundamental problems.

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Singapore-China green finance agreement signals regional trend

November 17, 2022

A set of new sustainable development initiatives is establishing Singapore as a green finance hub and hints at Beijing’s broader intentions in the region.

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New crypto rules grant DIFC innovation boost

November 10, 2022

The Dubai International Financial Centre’s new crypto regime aims for a careful symmetry between the cutting edge and investor protection.

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ESMA announces sustainability and tech-focused strategy

November 3, 2022

The EU regulator’s plans show a commitment to quell greenwashing and make use of data in order to maintain strict oversight of the bloc.

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Regulatory hammer looms over bank private messaging

October 28, 2022

Regulator activity in the US and UK concerning communications suggests banks should act quickly to avoid paying a “heavy price”.

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Digital yuan development provokes Australian response

October 24, 2022

As China develops its digital currency, Australia tables a bill that aims to set an example for the region in monitoring and reporting requirements.

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Switzerland’s unique approach to ESG regulation

October 14, 2022

The alpine country has chosen a clever approach that simultaneously accommodates both domestic and foreign regulations.

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