Fintech / Regtech

    Market Infrastructure

    Trump-era Policies Create Fresh Opportunities for Japan’s Megabanks

    By Blake Evans-Pritchard | 13/01/2026

    As Japanese firms scale up in the US, the three megabanks are likewise moving to deepen client-led expansion.

    Securities / Derivatives

    SEBI Eyes Bond Derivatives, Eases Broker Rules in Major Regulatory Overhaul

    By Manesh Samtani | 13/01/2026

    SEBI chairman outlined plans for new market products, AI-driven supervision, and significant compliance relief for smaller stockbrokers.

    AML / KYC

    Japan FSA Seeks Operator for Fraud Data Sharing System

    By Mark Johnston | 13/01/2026

    Japan's FSA opens applications for a subsidised project to build a shared infrastructure for freezing fraudulent bank accounts amid a record surge in financial scams.

    Fintech / Regtech

    SEBI Revises Technical Glitch Framework for Stock Brokers

    By Nithya Subramanian | 13/01/2026

    SEBI has updated the technical glitch rules to streamline reporting, limit obligations for small brokers, and enhance operational efficiency in trading systems.

    Fintech / Regtech

    China Proposes New Data Collection Rules for Internet Apps

    By Manesh Samtani | 13/01/2026

    Draft rules from China's cyberspace watchdog mandate explicit consent, new obligations for SDKs, and place liability on app operators.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Vietnam Launches International Financial Centre in Da Nang

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 12/01/2026

    The Da Nang IFC will act as a regulatory sandbox for innovative financial models, including digital assets and sustainable finance.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Vietnam Issues New Decree on Mobile Money, Raises Monthly Cap Tenfold

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 12/01/2026

    New decree formalises the service after a pilot phase, introducing higher limits and detailed compliance requirements for providers.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    Vietnam Sets Mid-January Deadline for Licensing of Crypto Exchanges

    By Mark Johnston | 12/01/2026

    Vietnam’s Prime Minister instructs regulators to approve five pilot exchanges under a sandbox regime with strict capital and ownership requirements.

    Trending

    Korea Unveils FX, Capital Market Reform Roadmap for MSCI Upgrade

    By Manesh Samtani | 12/01/2026

    Regulators detailed plans for 24-hour FX trading, easier investor access, and spot crypto ETFs under new "2026 Economic Growth Strategy".

    Securities / Derivatives

    Thailand Targets Gold, Crypto in Sweeping ‘Grey Money’ Crackdown

    By Mark Johnston | 12/01/2026

    New rules include trading limits, a centralised data bureau, and stricter reporting to combat money laundering and curb baht volatility.

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