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]
Market Infrastructure
RBI Issues Directions on Government Securities Transactions
20/02/2025
The new directions enhance flexibility for G-Sec transactions involving primary members of NDS-OM and their gilt account holders.
Fintech / Regtech
Switzerland Outlines Regulatory Approach to Artificial Intelligence
20/02/2025
The Federal Council is planning to incorporate the Council of Europe’s Convention on Artificial Intelligence into Swiss law.
Securities / Derivatives
UK Authorities Endorse Plan to Transition to T+1 Settlement Cycle
20/02/2025
HM Treasury, the FCA, and the BOE are urging market participants to begin preparations immediately to ensure readiness for 11 October 2027.
Securities / Derivatives
Indonesia Finalises Plans to Launch State-run Bullion Banks
20/02/2025
Bullion banks in Indonesia are expected to support the growth of the domestic industry by expanding financial services linked to gold.
Fintech / Regtech
SEBI Proposes Technology-based Measures to Secure Trading Accounts
20/02/2025
SEBI proposes stronger authentication and trade controls to prevent unauthorised access and fraudulent transactions.
Fintech / Regtech
Korea FSS Unveils Plans to Strengthen “Digital Resilience” of Banks
20/02/2025
The FSS is urging banks to enhance cybersecurity, IT infrastructure, disaster recovery capabilities, and regulatory compliance.
Fintech / Regtech
Budget 2025: Singapore Unveils Measures to Boost Stock Market
19/02/2025
Singapore will also set up a S$1bn private credit growth fund and allocate S$150mn to help companies improve their AI capabilities.
Enforcement
Indian Tax Authorities Hit Aviva with $7.5m Fine
19/02/2025
Tax authorities said by using fraudulent invoices and cash payments, Aviva wrongly claimed tax credits and evaded taxes.
Securities / Derivatives
SEBI Relaxes Timelines for AIFs to Hold Investments in Demat Form
19/02/2025
Investments made by AIFs prior to 1 July are exempted from the requirement of being held in dematerialised form except in specific cases.
Enforcement
China Working with Myanmar to Address Cross-Border Crimes
19/02/2025
Senior Chinese officials met with officials of the Myanmar government to discuss measures to address cross-border scams and fraud.
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