Regions
Malaysia readies robo-adviser licence
Malaysia’s regulator has provided details on applying for a robo-advisory asset manager licence, after first announcing the plan in 2017.
StanChart Singapore hit with $5m fine for Guernsey transfers
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (Mas) has fined Standard Chartered S$6.4m (£3.5m, $4.9m €3.9m) for breaches to anti-money laundering and countering the financial of terrorism following the transfer of trusts from Guernsey.
Middle East | 19 Mar 18
Vexed UAE firms act over Insurance Authority rule delays
As the Abu Dhabi headquartered Insurance Authority drags its heals on finalising sector reform, many businesses are anticipating what the incoming regulations will mean for them and pressing ahead with new strategies.
Investment | 16 Mar 18
Housebuilders suffer after Berkeley production warning
UK housebuilders experienced a sell-off today after Berkeley Group Holdings warned it would not be able to boost production to meet the government’s demand for new homes.
The Lang Cat: 90% of platform assets at risk
Approximately 90% of the £519bn ($724bn, €587bn) assets held on adviser platforms are at risk of disruption from a major business change, according to The Lang Cat.