Securities / Derivatives

SGX Lists First SGD-Hedged ETF Tracking China's ChiNext

23/07/2025

SGX debuted an ETF linked to China's ChiNext Index, offering SGD-hedged exposure through the ETF Connect scheme with Shenzhen.

Enforcement

China Confirms Wells Fargo Exec Involved in 'Criminal Case'

23/07/2025

China has confirmed the US banker is part of a criminal probe. Reportedly, a US Commerce Department employee has also been subject to an exit ban since April.

Crypto / Digital Assets

OJK to Impose 'Fit and Proper' Tests on Fintech and Crypto Leaders

23/07/2025

The new regulation, effective from 1 October 2025, aims to strengthen governance and integrity for key personnel at digital asset firms.

Thailand Appoints State Banker Vitai Ratanakorn as New Central Bank Chief

23/07/2025

The appointment of a perceived rate-cut advocate follows public friction between the government and the incumbent over monetary policy direction.

AML / KYC

Malaysia SC Defends Regulatory Framework for Digital Assets

22/07/2025

The SC has clarified its collaborative approach with BNM, highlighting existing rules and robust enforcement against illicit activities.

Sanctions

China Vows Retaliation Against EU Sanctions Against Banks

22/07/2025

China has condemned the EU’s decision to sanction two banks for the first time, threatening countermeasures and escalating tensions ahead of a key summit.

Fintech / Regtech

Singapore Responds to Cyberattack on Critical Infrastructure

21/07/2025

A state-sponsored espionage group, UNC3886, is suspected to be behind an ongoing attack on high-value strategic targets.

Market Infrastructure

China Rolls Out 12-Point Plan to Boost Foreign Investor Reinvestment

21/07/2025

Seven top government bodies have unveiled a sweeping plan to simplify FX transfers, ease financing, and offer tax support to encourage reinvestment.

Securities / Derivatives

SZSE Launches Pilot for Bond Re-issuance, ABS Expansion

19/07/2025

The new programme aims to simplify financing for existing issuers and boost secondary market liquidity for corporate bonds and holding-type real estate ABS.