Malaysia

ESG / Sustainability

IFRS Publishes Jurisdictional Profiles on ISSB Standards Adoption

By Manesh Samtani | 13/06/2025

The profiles show jurisdictional progress in adopting the ISSB standards, highlighting APAC’s commitment and diverse approaches.

Market Infrastructure

BNM Set for Full Rollout of Qualified Resident Investor Programme

By Nithya Subramanian | 13/06/2025

BNM will fully implement the QRI Programme from 1 July 2025, following a successful pilot that brought in over USD 1 billion in inflows.

AML / KYC

SC Malaysia Warns of Investment Scam Using Fake Licence Register

By Nithya Subramanian | 08/06/2025

Fraudsters are directing victims to a cloned version of the SC Malaysia’s public register, tricking them into believing fake entities are licensed and legitimate.

Enforcement

Over 1,800 Arrested in Transnational Crackdown on Scams: Singapore Police

By Nithya Subramanian | 05/06/2025

A cross-border operation spanning seven territories has uncovered extensive scam networks linked to over 9,200 cases, with victims losing an estimated $225mn.

AML / KYC

Singapore Court Allows 1MDB’s $394m Claim Against BSI Bank to Proceed

By Nithya Subramanian | 04/06/2025

The court rejected BSI Bank’s bid to strike out the case, allowing 1MDB and Brazen Sky Limited to seek compensation.

Securities / Derivatives

Bursa Malaysia Announces Collaboration to Facilitate ETF Listings

By Editors | 30/05/2025

The initiative aims to facilitate the listing of foreign-underlying ETFs on Bursa Malaysia and broaden the options available to Malaysian investors.

Securities / Derivatives

Bursa Malaysia Proposes Listing Rule Changes to Enhance Transparency

By Editors | 30/05/2025

Proposed amendments aim to enhance transparency in corporate distress situations and improve business efficacy for minor joint ventures.

Fintech / Regtech

PayNet, FAOM Partner to Develop Fintech Hub in Malaysia

By Nithya Subramanian | 30/05/2025

PayNet and the Fintech Association will collaborate to promote regulatory engagement, regional collaboration, and expanded market access for Malaysian fintechs.

ESG / Sustainability

SC Malaysia Launches Books to Promote Islamic Ethics and Sustainability

By Nithya Subramanian | 30/05/2025

A task force will also be set up to drive the adoption of environmental stewardship principles and responsible business and trade practices.