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Clearing & Post-Trade

KRX Launches Central Clearing for KOFR Interest Rate Swaps

By Manesh Samtani | 28/10/2025

The move centralises clearing for risk-free rate derivatives, aiming to boost market stability, liquidity, and reduce counterparty risk.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

CSRC Unveils 23 Measures to Bolster Investor Protection

By Editors | 28/10/2025

The new guidelines target fairer trading, stricter enforcement, and enhanced protections throughout the listing and delisting process.

Stablecoins

Japan Sees Launch of First Regulated Yen Stablecoin, JPYC

By Editors | 28/10/2025

The fintech firm JPYC has launched a yen-pegged token, backed by bonds and deposits, under Japan's new regulatory framework.

Anti-Money Laundering

FATF Adopts First Mutual Evaluation Reports Under New Methodology

By Manesh Samtani | 27/10/2025

The FATF also removed four countries from the 'grey list' and adopted new guidance on asset recovery and emerging risks from AI and deepfakes.

Market Abuse

MAS to Strengthen Investor Recourse in Market Misconduct Cases

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/10/2025

The proposed measures include appointing designated representatives, introducing legal funding grants, and easing procedural barriers to collective civil action.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

APRA Revises Governance Proposals After Industry Feedback

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/10/2025

APRA will extend proposed director tenure limits to 12 years and walk back plans for new board independence and pre-appointment checks.

Market Data & Technology

RBI Proposes Mandatory UTI for OTC Derivatives from April 2026

By Manesh Samtani | 24/10/2025

The proposal aims to enhance market transparency and align with global standards for reporting over-the-counter derivative transactions.

AI Risk & Governance

China to Overhaul Cybersecurity Law to Regulate AI Safety and Ethics

By Manesh Samtani | 24/10/2025

The proposed amendment adds a framework for AI, seeking to balance innovation with security, risk monitoring, and improved ethical standards.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Korea Forms 9-Nation Alliance to Dismantle Financial Scam Hubs

By Manesh Samtani | 24/10/2025

The 'Breaking Chains' operation will target virtual asset fraud and voice phishing syndicates based in Southeast Asia, with Interpol also participating.