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The Next Wave in Derivatives Reporting Why simplification, digitisation, and supervisory technology are no longer optional Last week in London, regulators, market participants, and market infrastructure providers came together to discuss the future of derivatives reporting. While the conversations covered a wide range of regulatory and operational topics, one message came through loud and clear: …

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EMIR Refit: The Growing Challenges of EMIR Delegated Reporting Delegated reporting has long been a common route for asset managers, relatively smaller banks and financial market entities to access derivatives markets efficiently. Under EMIR Refit trade reporting, many firms continue to rely on executing brokers or counterparties to fulfil their reporting obligations.However, regulatory guidance from …

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In time for Christmas, a look back at SFTR during 2025 It would be easy to dismiss 2025 as a non-event, but as the days grow short and the multicoloured decoration lights take over from the flashing onscreen stock tickers, maybe it’s a good time to reflect on our regulatory ghosts Christmas past. January 2025: …

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100% ACK Rate Achieved: Delivering Accuracy and Confidence in Every Report A Milestone in Regulatory Reporting We are proud to share that Reg-X has achieved a 100% ACK rate across both ASIC and South Korea regulatory reporting regimes. This result represents more than just a technical accomplishment. It reflects the strength of our reporting framework, …

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EMIR 3.0: Strengthening EU Market Infrastructure and Transparency The European Market Infrastructure Regulation (EMIR 3.0) marks one of the most comprehensive updates to the EU derivatives clearing framework since EMIR was first introduced in 2012. Born out of lessons from Brexit and growing global market dependencies, EMIR 3.0 is designed to enhance resilience, transparency, and …

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Understanding SEC 10c-1a and Preparing for SLATE Reporting The SEC 10c-1a rule introduces a significant change to the US securities lending landscape. Brought forward by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), this regulation aims to improve transparency and efficiency in the securities lending market. Under SEC Rule 10c-1a, all lenders, broker-dealers, and intermediaries must …

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The European Commission’s recent move to de-prioritise around 430 non-essential Level 2 acts in financial services until October 2027 signals a major shift in the EU’s regulatory approach. While this decision reflects a drive toward simplification, it also sets the stage for a more focused and efficient delivery of key regulatory reforms especially those tied …

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The European Commission moves forward on REMIT changes The European Commission (EC) has published two draft regulations to update and strengthen the framework for transparency and integrity in the EU’s wholesale energy markets. These proposals revise Regulation (EU) No 1227/2011 on Wholesale Energy Market Integrity and Transparency and follow the May 2024 revision introduced under …

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Market Watch 84, published by the FCA in September 2025, offers a detailed review of how firms have adapted to the UK EMIR Refit one year on. The newsletter examines the progress made, challenges still faced, and supervisory priorities for the year ahead. It also provides lessons that extend beyond EMIR, offering insights for firms …

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The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has rolled out a major overhaul of the derivative transaction reporting regime. These ASIC changes bring new rules, reporting formats, and expanded obligations for firms dealing in over-the-counter (OTC) derivatives. With implementation spread across multiple phases, financial institutions must act early to ensure their infrastructure, data mapping, and …

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