Malaysia

Sustainable Finance

SC Malaysia Launches Regulated Social Exchange for Impact Finance

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/05/2026

The new platform aims to boost transparency and trust in charitable fundraising while channelling capital towards social projects with government support.

Data Privacy

BNM Details Plans to Implement Open Finance Framework

By Nithya Subramanian | 26/05/2026

The Open Finance framework is designed to replace fragmented data sharing with a centralised, consent-driven system.

Cryptocurrency

SC Malaysia Overhauls Digital Asset Exchanges Framework

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/05/2026

The SC has revised its DAX framework, introducing a liberalised listing process alongside stricter prudential and governance requirements for operators.

Structural Regulation

Malaysia Proposes Major Overhaul of LEAP Market

By Nithya Subramanian | 21/05/2026

Regulators are proposing to open the SME market to retail investors, while streamlining listing and graduation pathways for companies.

Credit Risk

Malaysia Expands MYR 5bn Microfinancing Programme for MSMEs

By Editors | 19/05/2026

The latest allocation lifts total MSME financing support in Malaysia this year to MYR 15 billion across multiple schemes.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Malaysian Court Finds Maybank Negligent in Online Fraud Case

By Nithya Subramanian | 18/05/2026

A court has ordered the bank to compensate a customer, ruling it failed to act on suspicious transaction patterns and rejecting its defence.

Trading & Investment

Malaysia Pushes for More Semiconductor Listings on Domestic Exchange

By Editors | 14/05/2026

The government is creating a new pathway for chip firms to list on Bursa Malaysia, aiming to better reflect the nation’s industrial strength and boost the local market.

Anti-Money Laundering

1MBD Fugitive Jho Low Seeking Seeking US Presidential Pardon

By Nithya Subramanian | 14/05/2026

The alleged mastermind of the 1MDB scandal has requested clemency from President Trump, but the head of Malaysia's task force insists he must face trial at home.

Supervision & Enforcement

Malaysia Charges Ex-BNM Shariah Adviser in Trust Case

By Editors | 13/05/2026

Tan Sri Dr Mohd Daud Bakar and a fellow director face seven charges related to the alleged misuse of funds intended for a Shariah-compliant glove manufacturing business.