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Chi-X Global unleashes PTS in Japan

Trading network Chi-X Global has launched its first trading platform in Asia, Chi-X Japan, a proprietary trading system offering trading in Tokyo-listed stocks.

Dark pool data stresses need for more clarity

Attempts to improve the transparency of trading volumes in broker-owned crossing networks in Europe appear to need greater coordination following the publication of dark pool data for June 2010.

August deadline for EC's market abuse consultation

Reponses to the European Commission's public consultation on the Market Abuse Directive, the directive designed to harmonise the regulatory approach to market manipulation and insider dealing in Europe, are expected to be published before 10 August 2010.

Nasdaq OMX buys SMARTS to tackle integrity concerns

Global exchange group Nasdaq OMX has agreed to purchase market surveillance firm SMARTS Group and plans to use the acquisition to keep in tune with recent regulatory initiatives to improve monitoring of trading activity.