Nithya Subramanian
Nithya Subramanian, a deputy editor at Regulation Asia, has wide experience covering the financial sector in India and Singapore. She has written extensively about wealth management, capital markets and insurance sectors tracking policy and corporate developments. Researching and writing about the South Asian diaspora settled in Singapore and the region is another area of interest. She has a post-graduate degree in English literature. Reach out to her at nithya@regulationasia.com
Articles by Nithya Subramanian
Stablecoins
Stablecoins Fall Short of Sound Money Principles: BIS
27/06/2025
However, a “tokenised unified ledger” can enhance efficiency and unlock new possibilities in cross-border payments, securities markets and beyond.
Trading & Investment
Malaysia Set to Start Taxing a Range of Financial Services
26/06/2025
Malaysia is expanding the categories of taxable services across multiple sectors, including financial services and private healthcare.
Reporting & Disclosures
SC Malaysia Consults on Sustainability Assurance Framework
26/06/2025
The framework proposes independent verification of climate and ESG disclosures by listed and large non-listed firms, starting from 2027.
Payments & Settlements
MAS, ABS Launch Entity to Govern Singapore’s Payment Schemes
26/06/2025
The new not-for-profit entity, formed by MAS and several D-SIBs, will transition to full operational readiness by end-2026.
Sustainable Finance
NSE Lists India’s First ESG Bonds Under New Framework
26/06/2025
Indian multinational L&T raised INR 5 billion via bonds issued under SEBI’s new framework for ESG and sustainability-linked bonds.
Cybersecurity
India Directs Financial Industry to Adopt IST as Official Time Source
26/06/2025
The government will introduce rules enforcing IST as the ‘official and legal time of India’ to protect the country from cybersecurity vulnerabilities.
Conduct, Culture & Accountability
RBI Steps Up Scrutiny of Bank Boardrooms Amid Governance Concerns
25/06/2025
The RBI is focusing on the quality of board discussions, decision-making processes, and overall governance practices.
Alternative Markets
Malaysia Rolls Out New Incentives to Boost Venture Capital Ecosystem
25/06/2025
The government announced concessionary tax rates, eased FX rules, and partnerships with top VC firms to support local startups.
Emerging Prudential Risks
World Bank Approves $500m to Boost Financial Stability in Bangladesh
25/06/2025
The financing will support governance and financial sector reforms in Bangladesh, aiming to boost transparency and accountability.
Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime
Thailand Cracks Down on Cross-border Scams Linked to Cambodia
25/06/2025
The government is seeking to position Thailand as a regional hub for joint operations to combat scam networks.
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