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Compliance obligations under the new Payment Services Act
The Payment Services Act (“the Act”) came into force on 28 January 2020 providing new framework for the regulation of…
December 10, 2021
Payment Services Act updates - Payment Services Bill
Strengthening AML/CFT Controls of Digital Payment Token (DPT) Providers The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) recently released an infographic setting…
December 8, 2021
Licensing Guide - Payment Services Act (PSA)
The Payment Services Act (PSA) came into effect in Singapore on 28 January 2020 and it streamlines payment services regulatory…
December 8, 2021
Internal audit and independent assessment for Payment Services Licence holders
New Payment Services Act (“Act”) came into effect 28 January 2020. Along with the Act, the Monetary Authority of…
December 8, 2021
Response to feedback received on MAS consultation paper - Payment Services Act 2019
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (“MAS”) released a consultation paper on 23 December 2019 on proposed changes to the Payment…
December 8, 2021
Payment Services (Amendment) Bill
The Payment Services Act came into force in January 2020. It was released on 4th January 2021 that the Payment…
December 8, 2021
Strengthening AML/CFT controls of Digital Payment Token (DPT) providers
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) recently released an infographic setting out recent international developments and MAS’ supervisory expectations on…
December 8, 2021
Payment Services Act updates
As Singapore's new Payment Services Act came into effect in January 2020, Argus Global hosted a timely event to discuss…
December 8, 2021
APAC Monthly Newsletter, November 2021
MAS Regulatory Updates - Highlights 30 November 2021 – Compliance Toolkit for Approvals, Notifications and Other Regulatory Submissions to…
December 6, 2021
CIMA Guidance on The Appointment, Duties, and Responsibilities of Anti-Money Laundering Officers
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority recently issued a reminder regarding the duties and responsibilities of Anti-Money Laundering Compliance Officers (“AMLCOs”),…
November 30, 2021
Cayman Islands Monetary Authority Guidance on The Appointment, Duties, and Responsibilities of Anti-Money Laundering Officers
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority recently issued a reminder regarding the duties and responsibilities of Anti-Money Laundering Compliance Officers (“AMLCOs”),…
November 26, 2021
APAC Monthly Newsletter, October 2021
Articles & Events Summary Wishing all our clients and friends good health and prosperity. Happy Diwali from our…
November 4, 2021
Recent Updates to the List of FATF-Identified Jurisdictions
November 4th | 2021 FATF updated their Jurisdictions under Increased Monitoring on October 21st, 2021. The list covers high-risk jurisdictions…
November 3, 2021
Regulatory Compliance Solutions in Singapore
We were delighted to have the opportunity of introducing the Argus team to our colleagues and friends at Waystone, and…
November 2, 2021
Getting set up in Singapore - What are the jurisdictional advantages for fund managers
Are you a regulated fund manager looking to get setup in Singapore and take advantage of its jurisdictional advantages? Find…
October 8, 2021
Setting up a VCC in Singapore: What you need to know
Waystone was pleased to be hosting a webinar together with its friends at Argus Global, Simmons & Simmons and BNP…
October 8, 2021
APAC Monthly Newsletter, September 2021
MAS Regulatory Updates - Highlights 28 September 2021 – Notice 120 Disclosure and Advisory Process Requirements For Accident…
October 7, 2021
Singapore’s Variable Capital Company (VCC) framework
The Singapore’s Variable Capital Company (VCC) framework came into force in 2020. Since its launch, it has been well received…
September 29, 2021