Malaysia

    ESG / Sustainability

    Malaysia SC Signals Shift to Mandatory Corporate Governance Rules

    By Manesh Samtani | 25/07/2025

    The SC is reviewing its corporate governance code, with a new version due in 2026 that could introduce compulsory requirements for listed firms.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Bursa Carbon Exchange Set to Host First Renewable Energy Auction

    By Nithya Subramanian | 24/07/2025

    BCX and UEM Lestra target November 2025 for pilot auction enabling transparent bidding for corporate green electricity contracts.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Capital Markets Malaysia Launches GHG Emissions Calculator for SMEs

    By Nithya Subramanian | 23/07/2025

    The free GHG emissions calculator will help SMEs measure and report Scope 1 and 2 emissions in line with global standards.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Malaysia Plans Law to Mandate MyDigital ID Amid Low Uptake

    By Nithya Subramanian | 23/07/2025

    The legislation is expected to boost uptake beyond the current 2.8 million users and restore public confidence in the platform.

    Capital / Liquidity

    US Presses Malaysia to Lift Foreign Ownership Caps in Banking Sector

    By Nithya Subramanian | 23/07/2025

    Analysts believe regional players such as China and Singapore are more likely to drive real investment activity than the US.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Malaysia Advances Law to Regulate BNPL, Non-Bank Lenders

    By Manesh Samtani | 22/07/2025

    The new law will establish a single oversight body to license and supervise previously unregulated credit providers amid a surge in "BNPL" transactions.

    AML / KYC

    Malaysia SC Defends Regulatory Framework for Digital Assets

    By Editors | 22/07/2025

    The SC has clarified its collaborative approach with BNM, highlighting existing rules and robust enforcement against illicit activities.

    AML / KYC

    1MDB Fugitive Jho Low Allegedly in Shanghai Using Forged Australian Passport

    By Manesh Samtani | 21/07/2025

    Investigative journalists claim the fugitive financier is living in a luxury mansion and working for entities linked to the Chinese government.

    AML / KYC

    Malaysia Police Becomes Lead Agency for National Scam Centre

    By Editors | 17/07/2025

    The move aims to centralise and strengthen the response to online scams to speed up account freezing and return stolen money faster.

    AML / KYC

    Malaysia Imposes Permit Requirement on US AI Chip Exports

    By Editors | 15/07/2025

    The move aims to close regulatory loopholes and prevent illicit trade amid US pressure to stop advanced semiconductors from reaching China.

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