United States

Cryptocurrency

Hong Kong Sees Launch of First Virtual Asset Structured Products

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 02/03/2026

The options-based products linked to Bitcoin and Ethereum are a first for Hong Kong's market and are available only to professional investors.

Sustainable Finance

Philippines SEC Pushes ASEAN for Sustainable Finance Implementation

By Manesh Samtani | 02/03/2026

As 2026 ASEAN Capital Markets Forum chair, the regulator is spearheading a shift from framework development to creating tangible market impact.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

US Seizes $580m in Crypto from Southeast Asian Scam Networks

By Mark Johnston | 02/03/2026

A US task force has seized millions in cryptocurrency from transnational crime syndicates orchestrating investment frauds across Southeast Asia.

Market Abuse

US SEC Finalises Insider Trade Reporting Rules for Foreign Issuers

By Manesh Samtani | 02/03/2026

Foreign private issuers with securities listed in the US face new disclosure rules for directors and officers from 18 March 2026.

Supervision & Enforcement

Philippines SEC Revamps Procedural Rules to Speed Up Case Adjudication

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/02/2026

The SEC has replaced its 2016 rulebook, introducing streamlined processes and a greater emphasis on electronic case management.

Structural Regulation

Philippines Adopts Tiered Public Float Rule to Bolster Listings

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/02/2026

The SEC has introduced a new framework linking minimum public ownership to market capitalisation to encourage more IPOs.

Payments & Settlements

Philippines Tables Bill to Mandate Digital Payments for Government and Merchants

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/02/2026

A sweeping bill advancing in the Philippine legislature seeks to mandate digital payments for both government and merchant transactions, creating a new multi-agency oversight body.

Custody & Infrastructure

Korea's Crypto Ownership Cap Plan Triggers Industry Backlash

By Nithya Subramanian | 26/02/2026

Critics warn that the proposal to cap shareholder stakes in crypto exchanges will lead to forced divestments, stifled innovation, and a retreat from global standards.

Structural Regulation

South Korea Faces Debate Over Proposed KOSDAQ Market Separation

By Nithya Subramanian | 26/02/2026

A proposal to spin off the KOSDAQ market from the KRX has triggered opposition from unions and regional leaders, intensifying debate over the future structure of capital markets.