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Structural Regulation

SEBI Proposes Major Overhaul of Derivatives Framework

By Nithya Subramanian | 18/05/2026

The proposed changes aim to simplify commodity derivatives rules, ease compliance for exchanges, and create separate frameworks for exchanges and clearing corporations.

AI Risk & Governance

KRX Deploys AI for Market Surveillance and Index Operations

By Nithya Subramanian | 15/05/2026

Korea Exchange is deploying technology from its newly acquired startup, FairLabs, to automate disclosure analysis and strengthen its data business.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Special Economic Zones Are Fuelling Regional Cybercrime Industry: Report

By Manesh Samtani | 15/05/2026

New policy report urges a strategic shift to targeting the financial enablers of industrial-scale scam operations in Southeast Asia.

Structural Regulation

Australia Boosts ASIC Funding for Managed Funds Oversight After High-Profile Collapses

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 14/05/2026

ASIC will receive new funding to enhance supervision of managed investment schemes, following recent high-profile collapses and a review of the sector.

Anti-Money Laundering

1MBD Fugitive Jho Low Seeking Seeking US Presidential Pardon

By Nithya Subramanian | 14/05/2026

The alleged mastermind of the 1MDB scandal has requested clemency from President Trump, but the head of Malaysia's task force insists he must face trial at home.

Structural Regulation

Australia Proposes to Expand Central Bank's Information Sharing Powers

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 14/05/2026

New regulations will allow the RBA to share protected information with domestic cyber security, border, and debt management agencies.

Liquidity Risk

India Considers Tighter Forex Rules, Import Curbs to Defend Rupee

By Nithya Subramanian | 13/05/2026

Officials are reportedly discussing measures to shore up reserves, including potential changes to remittance and hedging rules, amid rising oil prices.

Structural Regulation

HKMA Launches Digital Platform for Senior Management Approvals

By Editors | 13/05/2026

The new platform will streamline the appointment process for senior bank roles, with paper-based submissions to be discontinued from 1 October 2026.

AI Risk & Governance

China Issues New Framework to Govern AI Agents

By Mark Johnston | 12/05/2026

New rules aim to balance innovation with security, setting clear guidelines for AI agent development and application across various key sectors.