International Organization of Securities Commissions

Crypto / Digital Assets

SFC Opens Crypto Market to Global Liquidity, Expands Product Rules

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/11/2025

The SFC is permitting shared order books with overseas affiliates and easing token listing rules under new investor protection safeguards.

Securities / Derivatives

IOSCO Urges Tougher Application of Principles for ESG Benchmarks

By Manesh Samtani | 04/11/2025

IOSCO says existing rules are a base, but supplemental guidance is needed to tackle greenwashing and subjective data risks in ESG indices.

Securities / Derivatives

IOSCO Finalises Global Pre-Hedging Guidance for Dealers

By Manesh Samtani | 03/11/2025

IOSCO has published ten recommendations focusing on client benefit, consent, disclosure, and conduct risk management for the practice.

Fintech / Regtech

FSB, IOSCO Find ‘Uneven’ Global Implementation of Crypto Regulations

By Manesh Samtani | 16/10/2025

Reports from the FSB and IOSCO find inconsistent crypto rule implementation, creating arbitrage risks and complicating cross-border oversight of firms.

Securities / Derivatives

WFE Calls on Regulators to Crack Down on 'Tokenised Stocks'

By Editors | 26/08/2025

The WFE is calling on global regulators to address blockchain-based tokens mimicking equities, citing new risks and market integrity threats.

ESG / Sustainability

ISSB Chair Praises China's Progress on Adoption of Global Standards

By Editors | 06/07/2025

Speaking in Beijing, Emmanuel Faber lauded China's leadership and outlined the next phase of implementation for global rules.

Securities / Derivatives

UK and Singapore Deepen Ties on Digital and Sustainable Finance

By Editors | 06/07/2025

Regulators to deepen collaboration on asset tokenisation and AI, while aligning on sustainable finance disclosures and capital market reforms.

Capital / Liquidity

Singapore to Align Fund Liquidity Rules with Global Standards

By Manesh Samtani | 03/07/2025

MAS will revise its fund liquidity rules to align with FSB and IOSCO standards, including mandating greater use of anti-dilution tools.

Big Picture

Financial Sector Faces a Crossroads of Trust, Regulation, and AI – Report

By Manesh Samtani | 24/06/2025

New Starling Trust report warns that a “trust crisis”, coupled with evolving regulations and the rise of AI, is creating unprecedented challenges for the financial sector.