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Fintech / Regtech

Regulatory Harmony Needed to Fully Unlock Digital Assets

By Manesh Samtani | 10/04/2026

Fragmented rules create operational hurdles and risks, even as institutional and private wealth demand in Asia accelerates, says Sygnum’s APAC CEO, Gerald Goh.

Securities / Derivatives

China Clarifies Short-Swing Trading Rules and Application Process for Foreign Funds

By Mark Johnston | 09/04/2026

New CSRC provisions and exchange circulars clarify per-product calculations, exemptions, and the specific steps for overseas managers to apply.

Fintech / Regtech

Japan FSA Identifies Gaps in Cyber Risk Management at Domestic FIs

By Nithya Subramanian | 09/04/2026

New FSA-commissioned report finds domestic firms lag overseas peers in managing cybersecurity risks from vendors and other third parties.

Securities / Derivatives

ASIC Publishes Finalised Guidance for OTC Derivatives Reporting Regime

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 09/04/2026

ASIC has issued its updated regulatory guide, aligning local rules with global standards for data, identifiers, and removing the 'safe harbour' for delegated reporting.

Fintech / Regtech

Japan's FSA Publishes New Cybersecurity Framework for Crypto Exchanges

By Mark Johnston | 09/04/2026

The policy introduces a three-tiered approach of self-help, mutual assistance, and public support to counter increasingly sophisticated cyber threats.

Fintech / Regtech

MAS to Review GIRO Payment System Safeguards

By Nithya Subramanian | 08/04/2026

The review follows recent erroneous deductions and will consider new user-set limits, enhanced transaction monitoring, and stricter due diligence on billers.

Enforcement

FBI Report Highlights SEA's Role in Causing Record Cybercrime Losses

By Manesh Samtani | 08/04/2026

Report reveals record cybercrime losses in 2025, with organised crime groups in Southeast Asia and India-based call centres identified as key threats.

Securities / Derivatives

Japan Launches New Asset Management Body, Plans Supervisory Bureau

By Manesh Samtani | 08/04/2026

A new association has launched for Japan's asset management industry, as regulators plan a new supervisory bureau to bolster the 'asset management nation' goal.

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.