ESG / Sustainability

Singapore, UK, Kenya Launch Alliance to Bolster Voluntary Carbon Markets

04/07/2025

The government-led alliance aims to restore corporate confidence and unlock climate finance by setting clear, high-integrity standards for voluntary carbon markets.

Enforcement

Korean Regulator Flags Sharp Rise in Foreign Exchange Breaches

04/07/2025

The FSS reports a 45% surge in foreign exchange violations, with failures in reporting overseas direct investments leading the breaches.

Securities / Derivatives

Shanghai STAR Market Approves First Unprofitable IPO Under Revived Rules

04/07/2025

Wuhan-based drugmaker Healthgen Biotechnology got the approval, signalling renewed policy support for innovative, pre-revenue technology and life sciences firms.

ESG / Sustainability

ASEAN-BAC, ACCA Launch Push for Regional Sustainability Reporting Standards

04/07/2025

ASEAN business and accountancy bodies have launched a joint statement calling for unified sustainability reporting rules based on ISSB standards.

Sanctions

US Sanctions Singapore Firm in Crackdown on Iranian Oil 'Shadow Fleet'

04/07/2025

The US has sanctioned a Singapore-based firm as part of a major crackdown on networks facilitating billions in Iranian oil sales.

AML / KYC

SFC Fines Arta Global Futures and Suspends Ex-Directors for AML Breaches

04/07/2025

The SFC has penalised Arta Global Futures and suspended two former senior executives over systemic AML and trading surveillance failures.

Capital / Liquidity

Bangladesh Allows Offshore FX Deposits as Collateral for Taka Loans

04/07/2025

Bangladesh's central bank has moved to boost local currency liquidity by allowing offshore foreign currency deposits to be used as collateral.

ESG / Sustainability

ISSB Launches Major Consultation to Revise SASB Standards

04/07/2025

The ISSB has launched a major consultation to revise its industry-specific SASB standards to align with IFRS S1 and S2.

Fintech / Regtech

ASX Taps Fujitsu, TSE to Build New ETF Trading Platform

04/07/2025

ASX is partnering with Fujitsu and the Tokyo Stock Exchange to develop a new ETF trading platform.