Fintech / Regtech

Japan's Ikuyo to Form Stablecoin Association for Trade Finance Reform

29/09/2025

The Tokyo-listed firm will create an industry body to promote blockchain-based settlement and address inefficiencies in cross-border payments.

Securities / Derivatives

Pakistan Regulator Gains Direct Access to Stock Market Surveillance

29/09/2025

MOU gives the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan real-time monitoring capabilities to enhance market integrity and curb abuse.

Securities / Derivatives

Taiwan Proposes Easing Margin Trading Rules for OTC Stocks

29/09/2025

The FSC aims to align eligibility criteria for listed and over-the-counter stocks and ensure continuous margin trading for firms switching boards.

Sanctions

OFAC Sanctions DPRK-Myanmar Arms Procurement Network

29/09/2025

OFAC has designated a network selling North Korean arms to Myanmar, warning of secondary sanctions for financial institutions facilitating transactions.

Capital / Liquidity

Taiwan Proposes Doubling Small-Loan Exemption for Credit Cooperatives

26/09/2025

The FSC aims to reduce the compliance burden on credit cooperatives by raising the threshold for loans exempt from single-borrower limits.

Fintech / Regtech

Singapore Tables Bill to Allow E-Mortgages, Remote Witnessing for Property Deals

26/09/2025

New legislation will create government-run digital platforms for conveyancing, allowing for legally binding electronic deeds and signatures for property transactions.

Trending

South Korea Forced to Scrap Financial Regulator Overhaul Plan

26/09/2025

The government has withdrawn a contentious plan to dismantle its top financial regulator, citing the need for stability amid economic challenges.

Trending

China Launches Digital Yuan Hub to Drive Global Use in Payments

26/09/2025

The Shanghai-based centre will operate three new platforms for cross-border payments, blockchain services, and digital assets to boost e-CNY internationalisation.

AML / KYC

Singapore Cuts Family Office Application Time from 12 to Three Months

26/09/2025

The move is part of a broader strategy to improve client onboarding and strengthen Singapore's position as a leading international wealth management centre.