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Korea Launches Joint Task Force to Combat Stock Manipulation

By Manesh Samtani | 31/07/2025

A new multi-agency team will enforce a "one-strike out" policy with tougher penalties and enhanced surveillance to root out unfair trading.

Trending

China's NAFMII Issues New Rules Targeting Underwriting 'Price Wars'

By Manesh Samtani | 31/07/2025

The new regulations, effective 11 August, aim to curb distorted pricing by banning below-cost fees and tightening book-building procedures.

Securities / Derivatives

JP Morgan and Fullerton Unveil Plans for Singapore's EQDP Initiative

By Nithya Subramanian | 31/07/2025

The fund managers, recently selected by MAS to participate in the Equity Market Development Programme, said they will offer diversified exposure and stable income to investors.

Sanctions

OFAC Announces Biggest Iran Sanctions Package Since 2018

By Manesh Samtani | 31/07/2025

The action designates over 50 entities, including targets in Singapore, Hong Kong, and India, linked to a network accused of transporting Iranian and Russian oil.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Bank of Korea Forms New Crypto Unit to Oversee Stablecoins

By Editors | 30/07/2025

BOK is creating a dedicated team to monitor the market and shape policy as commercial banks prepare to launch won-pegged stablecoins.

Fintech / Regtech

Bursa Malaysia to Issue New Cybersecurity Rules by October

By Nithya Subramanian | 30/07/2025

Bursa Malaysia will issue cybersecurity guidelines by October as part of its response to unauthorised trading incidents that occurred in April.

Enforcement

Chinese Authorities Issue New Rules to Fight Cybercrime "Accomplices"

By Manesh Samtani | 30/07/2025

New judicial guidelines aim to curb rampant online fraud by clarifying sentencing for accomplices, targeting organised gangs and offering leniency for students.

Capital / Liquidity

APRA Proposes Major Changes to Bank Licensing Framework

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/07/2025

APRA is aiming to cut lengthy assessment times and may scrap its pathway for restricted new market entrants.

Fintech / Regtech

Philippines Drafts Tiered Capital Rules for Digital-Centric Banks

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/07/2025

The BSP says the new framework links prudential requirements to digitalisation levels, with top-tier banks facing potential mandatory conversion to a digital bank licence.