Securities / Derivatives

Enforcement

Japan Makes First Arrests in $4.6b Securities Hijacking Probe

By Mark Johnston | 02/12/2025

Authorities apprehend two suspects linked to a market manipulation scheme involving hijacked online accounts and record-breaking fraudulent trading volumes.

Securities / Derivatives

China Proposes to Launch New Commercial REITs Pilot Programme

By Mark Johnston | 02/12/2025

The CSRC seeks public feedback on draft rules designed to broaden financing channels and revitalise the country’s vast stock of commercial assets.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Launches New Scheme for Firms Seeking Informal Guidance

By Nithya Subramanian | 02/12/2025

The updated scheme sets out a more structured process for obtaining no-action and interpretive letters, introduces clearer timelines and confidentiality rules.

Capital / Liquidity

Korea Advances Venture Capital Law Amendments to Ban Founder Liability

By Mark Johnston | 02/12/2025

Legislation passed by a parliamentary committee aims to boost private investment and remove barriers for entrepreneurs by overhauling investment rules.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Proposes Mandatory ID Disclosures for Regulated Entities on Social Media

By Nithya Subramanian | 01/12/2025

All regulated intermediaries and their agents would have to display their registered name and registration number on social media pages and posts, to curb rising online investment fraud.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Formally Reclassifies REITs as Equity Instruments

By Nithya Subramanian | 01/12/2025

SEBI has reclassified REITs as equity-related instruments, a move that is expected to draw greater participation from investors and deepen liquidity.

Securities / Derivatives

WFE Maps Policy Levers to Boost Global IPO Activity

By Nithya Subramanian | 01/12/2025

A new study finds market liquidity, GDP growth and targeted regulatory flexibility are the strongest drivers of IPO activity, offering policymakers a data-backed roadmap to attract new listings.

Securities / Derivatives

MAS Updates CIS Code, Confirms New Financial Reporting Rules

By Nithya Subramanian | 01/12/2025

The MAS has confirmed that all existing authorised schemes, including REITs, must transition to SFRS(I) reporting to strengthen governance and disclosure standards.

Securities / Derivatives

Hong Kong SFC Streamlines Post-Authorisation Rules for UCITS Funds

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 01/12/2025

The SFC has removed prior approval requirements for many scheme changes, aiming to boost efficiency and market competitiveness.