بروزرسانی: 24 خرداد 1404
XS.com Hires New Manager; Scope Markets Adds New CFDs
XS.com Appoints New SeniorCustomer Support Manager
XS.com, aglobal FinTech and financial services provider, has announced the appointmentof Pavlina Zinonos as their new Senior Customer Support Manager. Zinonos bringsover 15 years of industry experience to the role and is known for herconsistent performance.
"I\'m thrilled to be a part of the XS Group,an organization that shares my values of transparency and excellence incustomer support," Zinonos commented. "I see a strong alignment between my personal values andXS.com\'s mission to provide exceptional service and support to our clients. Ilook forward to working closely with the team and contributing to the company\'scommitment to delivering outstanding customer experiences."
She willlead a team of professionals in delivering top-notch customer support. Herappointment aligns with XS.com\'s mission to provide exceptional service andsupport to its clients.
Scope Markets ExpandsAsset Offerings
ScopeMarkets, a global securities broker, has expanded its range of tradable assetsin response to customer demands. The company has added over 100 new CFDs,including American Depositary Receipts and ETFs from Japan and Hong Kong.
“As a business, we’re always eager to respond toevolving customer needs, which underlines our ‘can-do’ approach as a business,”Pavel Spirin, the CEO of Scope Markets, commented.
“Partnerswill frequently ask us to help them find a solution to access exotic markets orasset classes, which drives these product additions, that we, in turn, arehappy to make available to our global customer base.”
FCA Takes Action onBuy-Now-Pay-Later Contracts
TheFinancial Conduct Authority (FCA) has made changes to contract terms forbuy-now-pay-later (BNPL) firms, following research that shows a significantincrease in the use of BNPL products.
The FCA\'sFinancial Lives research revealed that 27% of UK adults have used BNPL servicesat least once in the past six months, and frequent users are more likely to bein financial difficulty.
Moomoo Singapore AdoptsNasdaq Trade Surveillance Solutions
MoomooSingapore, a digital brokerage and wealth management platform, is partneringwith Nasdaq to enhance its market surveillance capabilities. The move aims topromote fair trading practices and maintain a secure trading environment.
Nasdaq\'ssurveillance technology will enable Moomoo Singapore to better protect theirinvestors and meet regulatory obligations.
SFC Consults onUncertificated Securities Market
TheSecurities and Futures Commission (SFC) has launched another consultation onimplementing an uncertificated securities market in Hong Kong. The consultationinvites views on proposed amendments to various codes and guidelines, andfollows an earlier consultation in March 2023. The SFC aims to gather feedbackby 15 December.
Court of Final AppealDismisses Appeal in Market Manipulation Case
The Courtof Final Appeal has dismissed an appeal by a group of defendants suspected ofmarket manipulation. The SFC brought the case and involves alleged falsetrading that generated around $124.9 million in illicit profits. The court\'sdecision affirms the SFC\'s jurisdiction over persons engaging in marketmanipulation, regardless of their location.
FCA Joins Project Guardianfor Digital Innovation
The FCA ispartnering with global regulators as part of Project Guardian. This initiativeaims to explore the benefits, challenges, and commercial use cases of asset andfund tokenization. The FCA sees significant potential in the use of distributedledger technology to drive innovation in the UK\'s asset management sector.
ASIC Highlights Concernsin Reportable Situations Regime
TheAustralian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has released its secondpublication on the reportable situations regime. The report shows littleimprovement in key areas of concern and indicates that some licensees may notbe complying with the regime. ASIC plans to take stronger regulatory action toimprove compliance.
“Thereportable situations regime has now been in place for over two years, andlicensees have had ample time to take the necessary steps to ensure fullcompliance with the requirements,” said ASIC Chairman Joseph Longo.
NFA Fines Oscar Gruss& Son Inc.
TheNational Futures Association (NFA) has ordered Oscar Gruss & Son Inc., aNew York-based introducing broker, to pay a $140,000 fine for failing to complywith communication recordkeeping obligations and other violations. The decisionis based on a complaint issued by NFA\'s Business Conduct Committee.
Travelex Celebrates 20Years in Japan
Foreignexchange brand Travelex is celebrating its 20th anniversary in Japan. Thecompany has expanded its network to over 70 retail stores across the countryand has introduced several digital products to the Japanese market. Travelexaims to open its 100th store in the coming years.
MFA Urges FCA and PRA toEliminate Redundant Regulations
The ManagedFunds Association (MFA) has encouraged the UK FCA and the UK PrudentialRegulatory Authority (PRA) to eliminate redundant securitisation regulations.The MFA argues that removing these regulations will optimize risk managementand increase capital investment in the UK.
Backpack Exchange ReceivesVASP License in Dubai
Backpack,the company behind the web3 wallet and Mad Lads NFT collection, has announcedthe launch of a regulated cryptocurrency exchange in Dubai. The exchange hasreceived a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) license from the Dubai VirtualAssets Regulatory Authority (VARA).
The licenseallows Backpack Exchange to operate in Dubai and sets a standard fortransparency in the digital asset space. The exchange aims to provide aseamless transition for users from fiat to on-chain applications, incorporatingadvanced technologies like zero-knowledge proof of reserves and Multi-PartyComputation for custody.
XS.com Appoints New SeniorCustomer Support Manager
XS.com, aglobal FinTech and financial services provider, has announced the appointmentof Pavlina Zinonos as their new Senior Customer Support Manager. Zinonos bringsover 15 years of industry experience to the role and is known for herconsistent performance.
"I\'m thrilled to be a part of the XS Group,an organization that shares my values of transparency and excellence incustomer support," Zinonos commented. "I see a strong alignment between my personal values andXS.com\'s mission to provide exceptional service and support to our clients. Ilook forward to working closely with the team and contributing to the company\'scommitment to delivering outstanding customer experiences."
She willlead a team of professionals in delivering top-notch customer support. Herappointment aligns with XS.com\'s mission to provide exceptional service andsupport to its clients.
Scope Markets ExpandsAsset Offerings
ScopeMarkets, a global securities broker, has expanded its range of tradable assetsin response to customer demands. The company has added over 100 new CFDs,including American Depositary Receipts and ETFs from Japan and Hong Kong.
“As a business, we’re always eager to respond toevolving customer needs, which underlines our ‘can-do’ approach as a business,”Pavel Spirin, the CEO of Scope Markets, commented.
“Partnerswill frequently ask us to help them find a solution to access exotic markets orasset classes, which drives these product additions, that we, in turn, arehappy to make available to our global customer base.”
FCA Takes Action onBuy-Now-Pay-Later Contracts
TheFinancial Conduct Authority (FCA) has made changes to contract terms forbuy-now-pay-later (BNPL) firms, following research that shows a significantincrease in the use of BNPL products.
The FCA\'sFinancial Lives research revealed that 27% of UK adults have used BNPL servicesat least once in the past six months, and frequent users are more likely to bein financial difficulty.
Moomoo Singapore AdoptsNasdaq Trade Surveillance Solutions
MoomooSingapore, a digital brokerage and wealth management platform, is partneringwith Nasdaq to enhance its market surveillance capabilities. The move aims topromote fair trading practices and maintain a secure trading environment.
Nasdaq\'ssurveillance technology will enable Moomoo Singapore to better protect theirinvestors and meet regulatory obligations.
SFC Consults onUncertificated Securities Market
TheSecurities and Futures Commission (SFC) has launched another consultation onimplementing an uncertificated securities market in Hong Kong. The consultationinvites views on proposed amendments to various codes and guidelines, andfollows an earlier consultation in March 2023. The SFC aims to gather feedbackby 15 December.
Court of Final AppealDismisses Appeal in Market Manipulation Case
The Courtof Final Appeal has dismissed an appeal by a group of defendants suspected ofmarket manipulation. The SFC brought the case and involves alleged falsetrading that generated around $124.9 million in illicit profits. The court\'sdecision affirms the SFC\'s jurisdiction over persons engaging in marketmanipulation, regardless of their location.
FCA Joins Project Guardianfor Digital Innovation
The FCA ispartnering with global regulators as part of Project Guardian. This initiativeaims to explore the benefits, challenges, and commercial use cases of asset andfund tokenization. The FCA sees significant potential in the use of distributedledger technology to drive innovation in the UK\'s asset management sector.
ASIC Highlights Concernsin Reportable Situations Regime
TheAustralian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has released its secondpublication on the reportable situations regime. The report shows littleimprovement in key areas of concern and indicates that some licensees may notbe complying with the regime. ASIC plans to take stronger regulatory action toimprove compliance.
“Thereportable situations regime has now been in place for over two years, andlicensees have had ample time to take the necessary steps to ensure fullcompliance with the requirements,” said ASIC Chairman Joseph Longo.
NFA Fines Oscar Gruss& Son Inc.
TheNational Futures Association (NFA) has ordered Oscar Gruss & Son Inc., aNew York-based introducing broker, to pay a $140,000 fine for failing to complywith communication recordkeeping obligations and other violations. The decisionis based on a complaint issued by NFA\'s Business Conduct Committee.
Travelex Celebrates 20Years in Japan
Foreignexchange brand Travelex is celebrating its 20th anniversary in Japan. Thecompany has expanded its network to over 70 retail stores across the countryand has introduced several digital products to the Japanese market. Travelexaims to open its 100th store in the coming years.
MFA Urges FCA and PRA toEliminate Redundant Regulations
The ManagedFunds Association (MFA) has encouraged the UK FCA and the UK PrudentialRegulatory Authority (PRA) to eliminate redundant securitisation regulations.The MFA argues that removing these regulations will optimize risk managementand increase capital investment in the UK.
Backpack Exchange ReceivesVASP License in Dubai
Backpack,the company behind the web3 wallet and Mad Lads NFT collection, has announcedthe launch of a regulated cryptocurrency exchange in Dubai. The exchange hasreceived a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) license from the Dubai VirtualAssets Regulatory Authority (VARA).
The licenseallows Backpack Exchange to operate in Dubai and sets a standard fortransparency in the digital asset space. The exchange aims to provide aseamless transition for users from fiat to on-chain applications, incorporatingadvanced technologies like zero-knowledge proof of reserves and Multi-PartyComputation for custody.
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