Malaysia

Malaysia to Co-invest in SMEs via Crowdfunding, P2P Platforms

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/02/2025

A new fund is being established which will invest in companies via ECF and P2P platforms using a blended financing model.

ESG / Sustainability

SC Malaysia and ICAEW Partner to Strengthen Sustainability Disclosures

By Nithya Subramanian | 24/02/2025

The partnership focuses on capacity-building with training on climate-related financial disclosures, sustainability certifications, and regulatory best practices.

Fintech / Regtech

Malaysia Securities Commission Unveils Regulatory Sandbox Guidelines

By Nithya Subramanian | 18/02/2025

The SC said products and solutions focusing on financial inclusiveness, Islamic finance, or retirement solutions are “strongly encouraged”.

Market Infrastructure

Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand to Ramp Up Local Currency Transactions

By Nithya Subramanian | 18/02/2025

New framework streamlines processes and broadens the scope of cross-border transactions eligible for local currency settlement to include portfolio investments.

Securities / Derivatives

SC Malaysia Proposes to Charge New Levy to Licensed Entities

By Nithya Subramanian | 17/02/2025

The regulator has proposed to restructure its fees and introduce a levy after it reported a large net operating deficit for 2023.

BNM Consults on New National Strategy for Financial Literacy

By Nithya Subramanian | 17/02/2025

BNM said there have been improvements in financial behaviour and awareness, but consumers face new challenges in the digital era

Enforcement

Malaysian Authorities Arrest 10 Foreigners in AML Operation

By Nithya Subramanian | 10/02/2025

Authorities arrested 10 foreign nationals for offering unlicensed money transfer services to Indonesian and Indian customers

Securities / Derivatives

Malaysia: BR Capital to Expand Market Access for KOPETRO Members

By Nithya Subramanian | 06/02/2025

KOPETRO’s 15,000 members, who are all employees and retirees of PETRONAS and its subsidiaries, will gain greater access to fixed income investments through BR Capital

Fintech / Regtech

BNM Revises Regulatory Framework for Electronic Money Issuers

By Nithya Subramanian | 04/02/2025

BNM said the revisions will help enhance safety, reliability, and public confidence in e-money and digital payment solutions.