Market Infrastructure

Market Infrastructure

India: GIFT City Regulator Rolls Out New Pension Fund Rules

By Nithya Subramanian | 08/04/2026

The new framework mandates a USD 1 million net worth, details strict investment and exposure limits, and introduces robust governance requirements.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Tokenisation Risks Require Global Policy Overhaul: IMF Report

By Nithya Subramanian | 07/04/2026

IMF report is urging new legal and policy anchors to address concerns that the speed and automation of tokenised finance could amplify crises.

Market Infrastructure

Korea Exchange Begins Mock Trading for 12-Hour Market

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 07/04/2026

KRX is testing systems with 50 member firms ahead of a planned September launch of pre-market and after-market trading sessions.

Capital / Liquidity

Philippines Proposes Calamity Relief Framework for Non-Bank Lenders

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 07/04/2026

The BSP has drafted rules allowing non-bank financial institutions to grant loan moratoriums and other relief measures in disaster-stricken areas.

Fintech / Regtech

US Designates India's UPI and Data Rules as Trade Barriers

By Nithya Subramanian | 07/04/2026

The USTR’s annual trade report flags India’s digital payment ecosystem, data localisation rules, and content takedown orders as significant hurdles.

Market Infrastructure

China's Insurance Sector Gets New Product Suitability Code

By Mark Johnston | 07/04/2026

The self-regulatory rules introduce detailed product and customer classifications to curb misselling and protect consumers' rights and interests.

Market Infrastructure

Taiwan FSC Urges Firms to Leverage Cyber Insurance as Risks Mount

By Editors | 06/04/2026

The FSC is advising companies to evaluate cyber insurance as a key risk management tool, as market premiums show steady growth.

Capital / Liquidity

South Korea Preparing to Introduce KOFR-Based Mortgages

By Editors | 06/04/2026

The new loans aim to lower borrowing costs for households and expand consumer choice by using a risk-free benchmark rate.

Market Infrastructure

Swift Advances Blockchain-Based Ledger to Build Phase

By Manesh Samtani | 06/04/2026

The new shared ledger will use tokenised deposits to enable 24/7 cross-border payments, with a live MVP planned for 2026.