Fintech / Regtech

Enforcement

Chinese Illicit Crypto Marketplace Thrives Despite Crackdown - Report

By Manesh Samtani | 09/02/2026

TRM Labs report shows the Chinese-language service Xinbi Guarantee adapted to enforcement by migrating platforms.

Securities / Derivatives

China Bans Unapproved Yuan Stablecoins, Sets Rules for Asset Tokenisation

By Manesh Samtani | 09/02/2026

New rules prohibit issuance of CNY-pegged stablecoins without approval and create a regulated pathway for real-world asset tokenisation, imposing new duties on financial institutions.

Enforcement

Malaysia’s Agrobank Loses MYR 203.8m in Major Online Fraud Case

By Nithya Subramanian | 06/02/2026

Authorities have arrested 47 individuals in connection with the fraud. Three have been formally charged while investigations continue.

Fintech / Regtech

Indonesia and South Korea to Launch Cross Border QR Payments in April

By Nithya Subramanian | 06/02/2026

The two central banks have also extended their bilateral currency swap agreement through 2031 to strengthen financial cooperation.

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.