Tag: ESG
EBA issues draft implementing technical standards on ESG risks
The European Banking Authority (EBA) has published its final draft implementing technical standards on Pillar 3 disclosures for ESG risks.
CaixaBank unveils new ESG advisory service
CaixaBank has launched a new ESG advisory service to help its corporate and institutional customers analyse and establish a more sustainable position and strategy.
What does ESG mean for financial institutions?
Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) is increasingly becoming a major talking point for financial institutions, but what does it mean for them?
Digital transformation, hybrid working and ESG – RegTech trends to watch...
After a strong 2021, many RegTech companies are looking ahead to the new year with optimism for another year of advancement and greater innovation. With the pandemic still raging on, 2022 could be another year for RegTech companies to further ingrain themselves into the system. What trends should the industry look out for this year?
Why FinTechs need to be aware of the Green Claims Code
As the shift to become more environmentally conscious and sustainable takes hold at every level of society, businesses globally are realising the importance of making a more firm and honest approach to making their organisations more sustainable.
Why 2021 was a red-letter year for RegTech
After a tough 2020, the world looked to 2021 with the optimism of a new beginning and hoped for respite from the Covid-19 pandemic. While the pandemic still looms large, businesses globally are learning how to operate in this new normal. With in-person interactions still a stretch for many, RegTech solutions are being given their time to shine.
South Korea unveils new ESG information platform
South Korea’s Financial Services Commission and the Korea Exchange have launched an integrated ESG information platform.
Hong Kong seeks global ESG standard adoption to reduce greenwashing
The chairman of Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has revealed the regulator is looking to adopt global ESG standards to prevent cases of greenwashing.
Banks are failing to hit climate targets, ECB study finds
A report by the European Central Bank (ECB) has found that banks are partially or completely missing climate risk goals.
Philippines nearing the issuance of its first sovereign green bonds
The Philippines’ Department of Finance (DOF) claims it is finalising a framework for the issuance of the country’s first ever sovereign green bonds.