Malaysia

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Malaysia Proposes Stricter Laws to Target Harm from Online Content

By Nithya Subramanian | 04/12/2024

The proposed amendments aim to curb objectionable online content to curb scams, online gambling, bullying and pornography.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

BNM Revises Financial Product Transparency and Disclosure Rules

By Nithya Subramanian | 04/12/2024

Updated policy document aims to empower financial consumers with clearer, more accessible information, and address digital disclosure challenges.

Anti-Bribery & Corruption

Malaysian Court Drops Corruption Charges Linked to 1MDB: Report

By Nithya Subramanian | 02/12/2024

The court granted an acquittal to Najib Razak and another former official due to procedural delays and the prosecution’s failure to provide crucial documents.

Market Abuse

Malaysia: Court of Appeal Upholds SC’s Case Related to Insider Trading

By Nithya Subramanian | 29/11/2024

The former deputy chairman of a listed company was ordered to pay MYR 3.28 million in disgorgement and a MYR 1 million civil penalty.

ESG Data

ASEAN Stock Exchanges to Issue RFI to Develop ESG Data Infrastructure

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/11/2024

The effort aims to enhance ESG data standardisation, attract global investors, and position ASEAN as a hub for sustainable development.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Malaysia: FIMM Reprimands Former Consultants for Misconduct

By Nithya Subramanian | 26/11/2024

The three individuals were found guilty of fabricating pay slips, forging signatures, and neglecting the best interests of investors.

Reporting & Disclosures

Malaysia Launches Updated Competency Framework for Sustainability Practitioners

By Nithya Subramanian | 15/11/2024

This updated framework strengthens ESG skills by incorporating new competencies aligned with the latest reporting standards, including TNFD and IFRS S1 and S2.

Trading & Investment

Malaysia Enhances Investor Access to Market Information

By Nithya Subramanian | 13/11/2024

A new online platform was launched to help local and international investors access key market information and government agencies.

Structural Regulation

BSP Invites Indonesia, Malaysia to Explore Philippine Islamic Finance Sector

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 07/11/2024

The BSP has been engaging with FIs in Indonesia and Malaysia about exploring opportunities in the Philippines Islamic finance sector.