Nithya Subramanian, a deputy editor at Regulation Asia, has wide experience covering the financial sector in India and Singapore. She has written extensively about wealth management, capital markets and insurance sectors tracking policy and corporate developments. Researching and writing about the South Asian diaspora settled in Singapore and the region is another area of interest. She has a post-graduate degree in English literature. Reach out to her at [email protected]
Crypto / Digital Assets
Thai Finance Minister Pledges to Ease Investment Rules
03/06/2025
Thailand seeks to loosen investment restrictions imposed on insurers and funds, while also promoting a more facilitative environment for digital assets.
Enforcement
KRX Detects First Illegal Short-Selling Case Since NSDS Launch
03/06/2025
The case has dispelled some doubts about the reliability and accuracy of the new Naked Short Selling Detection System.
Fintech / Regtech
KFB Partners With Telecom Firms to Combat Voice Phishing
03/06/2025
The cross-industry initiative to combat voice phishing leverages artificial intelligence and shared databases to boost early detection and response.
Fintech / Regtech
Euroclear, Marketnode Launch Funds Platform in Singapore
03/06/2025
The platform integrates Euroclear’s FundsPlace with Marketnode’s Fundnode to create a fully integrated fund order and processing system.
Fintech / Regtech
Cambodia Detains Japanese Nationals for Suspected Fraud Operations
02/06/2025
Japanese nationals have been taken into custody in Cambodia, with authorities preparing their deportation once charges are confirmed.
Enforcement
SEBI Cracks Down on Bollywood ‘Pump and Dump’ Scam
02/06/2025
SEBI barred a Bollywood actor and several others from the securities market for manipulating shares using misleading YouTube videos and other techniques.
Capital / Liquidity
India’s FinMin Urges RBI to Rethink Gold Loan Guidelines
02/06/2025
The Ministry of Finance has also proposed delaying the implementation to ensure that banks and NBFCs have the requisite systems in place.
FSS Korea Flags Excessive Bonuses, Weak Oversight Across Financial Sector
02/06/2025
The FSS is tightening scrutiny of bonuses across the financial sector amid concerns over risk and short-term incentives.
Fintech / Regtech
PayNet, FAOM Partner to Develop Fintech Hub in Malaysia
30/05/2025
PayNet and the Fintech Association will collaborate to promote regulatory engagement, regional collaboration, and expanded market access for Malaysian fintechs.
ESG / Sustainability
SC Malaysia Launches Books to Promote Islamic Ethics and Sustainability
30/05/2025
A task force will also be set up to drive the adoption of environmental stewardship principles and responsible business and trade practices.
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