NEPSE resumes trading as probe into data centre failure continues

Summary

NEPSE resumed trading on Tuesday after a technical failure at Data Hub Pvt Ltd disrupted servers used by 72 brokerage firms. SEBON has ordered an investigation and asked for a report by September 28 to assess the cause, impact and wider risks to the securities trading system.

Key Points
  • NEPSE resumed trading after a technical problem at Data Hub Pvt Ltd was resolved.
  • The disruption affected servers of 72 out of 92 licensed brokerage firms and forced Monday's trading suspension.
  • SEBON has ordered NEPSE to investigate the incident and submit a report by September 28.
  • A five-member inspection team will assess the technical cause, impact and systemic risks to the market's trading infrastructure.
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