Malaysia

Securities / Derivatives

Bursa Malaysia Launches Transition to “Multi-asset Exchange”

By Manesh Samtani | 16/01/2024

Bursa Malaysia launched a gold trading platform, a new customer portal, and a new platform to connect investors directly with dealer representatives.

AML / KYC

SC Malaysia Charges Three for Money Laundering Offences

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 15/01/2024

The three individuals face a combined 28 money laundering charges over illegal proceeds totalling MYR 283.5 million.

Fintech / Regtech

Two New Digital Banks Approved for Launch in Malaysia

By Manesh Samtani | 10/01/2024

Boost Bank and AEON Bank received regulatory approval to begin digital banking operations. They were two of five applicants granted licences in 2022.

ESG / Sustainability

Malaysia Set to Consult on Local Use of ISSB Standards 

By Editors | 09/01/2024

A six-week public consultation will be launched next month to solicit views and feedback on implementing the ISSB standards.

Market Infrastructure

BNM Finalises Responsibility Mapping Framework for FIs

By Editors | 30/12/2023

A two-year transitional period, instead of one year as initially proposed, is provided before the responsibility mapping framework comes into effect.

Market Infrastructure

Bursa Malaysia, RAM Holdings Launch Debt Fundraising Platform

By Nithya Subramanian | 29/12/2023

The platform will allow listed and unlisted companies to raise funds through the issuance of credit-rated investment notes.

Enforcement

Malaysia Mulls Legal Action Against Foreign Banks Over 1MDB

By Mark Johnston | 22/12/2023

At least eight foreign banks neglected KYC verification procedures, resulting in misdirection of 1MDB funds into unintended accounts.

Enforcement

Bursa Malaysia Fines Ten Serba Dinamik Directors for Listing Rule Breaches

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 20/12/2023

Timely and accurate disclosure of financial statements and material information are fundamental obligations of listed companies, Bursa Malaysia said.

Capital / Liquidity

BNM Finalises Capital Rules for Operational Risk, CCP Exposures

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 18/12/2023

BNM consulted on the new requirements late last year. The new requirements will take effect on 1 January 2025.