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Malaysia Launches Cloud Computing Policy, Data Sovereignty Rules

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 14/08/2025

Malaysia’s new framework requires critical data to be stored in-country and calls for CSPs to develop tailored security guidelines that align with BNM's RMiT policy.

Market Infrastructure

India’s BSE Tightens Rules for SME Migration to Mainboard

By Nithya Subramanian | 14/08/2025

BSE has raised profitability, shareholder, asset, and trading activity thresholds for SMEs migrating to the mainboard and companies seeking direct listing.

Fintech / Regtech

Malaysia to Establish ‘Data Commission’ and New Strategy to Bolster Digital Trust

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 13/08/2025

The move aims to strengthen data governance and cyber resilience, with a focus on creating frameworks interoperable with ASEAN-wide standards.

Securities / Derivatives

India Advances Law to Establish Metals and Minerals Exchange

By Editors | 13/08/2025

Legislation passed by India's lower house will establish a new authority to establish a national trading platform for minerals and metals.

Market Infrastructure

HKMA Flags 'Last Mile' Challenges as 2026 Resilience Deadline Nears

By Manesh Samtani | 13/08/2025

HKMA to issue new guidance on third-party and cyber risks as it pushes banks to embed resilience into daily operations.

Securities / Derivatives

Financial Giants Execute First Fully On-Chain US Treasury Repo Trade

By Manesh Samtani | 13/08/2025

The transaction used tokenised US Treasuries and USDC for atomic settlement, demonstrating the potential for 24/7 capital markets.

Market Infrastructure

Philippines Launches New Web-Based SME Credit Risk Platform

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 12/08/2025

The BSP says the new web-based system aims to improve loan assessment and reduce collateral dependence using anonymised statistical data.

Securities / Derivatives

Hong Kong Finalises ISO 20022 Trade Reporting Specifications

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 12/08/2025

Regulators published a revised technical guide for OTC derivatives reporting. Reporting entities must declare system readiness by 12 September.

Market Infrastructure

APRA Calls for Urgent Cyber Uplift from Super Funds

By Editors | 12/08/2025

APRA warned the industry to improve collaboration and controls following recent attacks on members, highlighting systemic risks and third-party dependencies.