Market Infrastructure

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

WFE Unveils New Index for Benchmarking Global IPO Rules

By Nithya Subramanian | 05/02/2026

The new "Listing Stringency Index" tracks IPO rules worldwide, showing how exchanges balance investor safeguards with market access.

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.

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.

Market Infrastructure

UK and China Launch Technical Dialogue, Designate New RMB Clearing Bank

By Mark Johnston | 05/02/2026

Regulators establish technical cooperation on stability and supervision while designating Bank of China’s London Branch as a second RMB clearing bank.

Fintech / Regtech

New Zealand FMA Identifies Operational Risks at P2P Lending Firms

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/02/2026

A thematic review identified weaknesses in outsourcing due diligence, technology frameworks, and business continuity testing.

Securities / Derivatives

Singapore Equities Market Review Initiatives Show 'Initial Success'

By Nithya Subramanian | 04/02/2026

Chee Hong Tat told Parliament that early signs of a market revival are emerging, but lasting progress will require a multi-year effort and discipline.

Securities / Derivatives

India’s Budget 2026 Raises Derivatives Trading Taxes to Curb Speculation

By Nithya Subramanian | 03/02/2026

The government has increased transaction taxes on equity derivatives to rein in speculative trading, a move that has raised questions over liquidity, hedging costs and investor participation.

Market Infrastructure

Hong Kong Law Reform Commission Eyes Update to Cybercrime Law

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 03/02/2026

Report recommends five new cyber-dependent offences, expanded jurisdiction, and a formal accreditation regime for cybersecurity practitioners.