Clearing & Post-Trade

HKMA Urges Banks to Accelerate T+1 Settlement Preparations

20/08/2025

Banks are expected to assess how T+1 settlement may impact their business activities and operations, and allocate sufficient resources towards preparing for the move.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

BOT Tightens Mobile Banking Transfer Limits to Contain Fraud

20/08/2025

Bank of Thailand has tightened mobile banking transfer limits, aiming to curb financial fraud and safeguard vulnerable users.

Structural Regulation

Korea FSS Fines Dunamu and Other Fintechs for Sandbox Breaches

20/08/2025

Firms operating unlisted stock and fractional investment platforms penalised for failing to meet investor protection and advertising conditions.

Trading & Investment

India's MCX Overhauls Nickel Futures Contract to Boost Liquidity

19/08/2025

MCX has reduced the contract size and changed expiry and delivery rules to align with global standards and attract smaller participants.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Japan Brokers Seeking to Target Cybercriminals for Fraudulent Trades

19/08/2025

The JSDA is exploring ways to suspend perpetrator accounts as regulators mandate stronger security measures like MFA and breach notifications.

Stablecoins

FSC Korea to Unveil Bill for KRW Stablecoin in October - Report

19/08/2025

The FSC will introduce a government bill outlining issuance and management rules, accelerating the country's digital asset legislation.

Cryptocurrency

China Merchants Bank Arm Launches Regulated Crypto Trading in Hong Kong

19/08/2025

The move makes it the first Chinese bank-affiliated firm to offer such services, targeting professional investors under SFC regulations.

AI Risk & Governance

Hong Kong Insurance Authority Launches Initiative to Boost AI Adoption

19/08/2025

The new programme aims to foster collaboration between insurers and tech firms, guiding responsible AI use to establish the city as a regional hub.

Structural Regulation

SEBI Proposes to Ease IPO and Shareholding Rules for Large Firms

19/08/2025

SEBI is considering allowing smaller initial floats and longer compliance timelines to encourage mega-cap companies to list domestically.