Fintech / Regtech

    Securities / Derivatives

    KRX Unveils a Multi-pronged Strategy to Boost Competitiveness

    By Editors | 06/02/2026

    KRX to introduce 24-hour trading and stricter delisting rules as part of efforts to achieve inclusion in the MSCI developed markets index.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Malaysia Actively Testing Ringgit-based Stablecoins in Sandbox

    By Editors | 06/02/2026

    BNM is assessing 30-35 digital asset proposals in its sandbox, aiming to create guardrails for innovation and consumer protection.

    Fintech / Regtech

    China Issues Data Labelling Guide to Enforce Security and Traceability

    By Editors | 06/02/2026

    New technical requirements mandate how organisations must classify, label, and track data, with specific rules for cross-border transfers.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Hong Kong Fund Industry Could Double With Tokenisation: Report

    By Manesh Samtani | 05/02/2026

    Whitepaper from BCG, Aptos Labs and Hang Seng Bank outlines a policy and technology roadmap for token-based finance.

    Securities / Derivatives

    SEBI Eases Rules to Support Liquidity in Algo Trading

    By Nithya Subramanian | 05/02/2026

    SEBI has updated its Order‑to‑Trade framework, easing penalties for certain algorithmic orders and supporting liquidity in equity and derivatives markets.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Osaka Exchange Selects Technology for Derivatives Platform Overhaul

    By Editors | 05/02/2026

    The new J-GATE4.0 system, set for 2028, will use Nasdaq trading and surveillance technology to boost market integrity.

    Capital / Liquidity

    FSB Targeting Non-Bank Risks, Crypto and Payments in 2026 Agenda

    By Nithya Subramanian | 05/02/2026

    The work plan includes assessments on AI adoption, stablecoin risks and crisis preparedness, as regulators seek to adapt oversight to evolving financial markets.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    Korea Fintech Industry Opposes Proposed Crypto Exchange Ownership Cap

    By Mark Johnston | 05/02/2026

    Industry body warns the 15-20% limit will stifle innovation and suggests market-friendly governance alternatives instead.

    Enforcement

    Australian Broker Petra Capital Fined for Data Errors Hindering Surveillance

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 05/02/2026

    The penalty follows a system change that made single clients appear as multiple entities in regulatory reports.

    Trending

    HK Official Details Bond Market Reforms, Eyes E-Trading and CGB Futures

    By Manesh Samtani | 05/02/2026

    Regulators are studying an electronic trading platform, preparing to launch offshore CGB futures, and exploring wider use of tokenised bonds.

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