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Malaysia Revises Guidelines on VC and PE Investment
By Editors | 02/12/2022
The new guidelines will widen the investor base, increase funding for start-ups and MSMEs, and increase the vibrancy of Malaysia’s private markets.
Securities / Derivatives
SC Malaysia Consolidates Islamic Capital Market Guidelines
By Editors | 01/12/2022
The consolidated guidelines introduce a new chapter dedicated to ‘waqf’ and introduce additional requirements on Islamic fund management business.
Fintech / Regtech
BNM Consults on Licensing Framework for Digital Insurers
By Mark Johnston | 30/11/2022
Digital insurers and takaful operators will initially be subject to a lower minimum paid-up capital requirement during a 3-5 year foundational period.
Enforcement
Bursa Malaysia Punishes Two for Short-Selling Activities
By Editors | 22/11/2022
The two dealer’s representatives engaged in intra day short-selling activities in client accounts in 2020 when such activity was temporarily prohibited.
ESG / Sustainability
Bursa Malaysia, Companies Commission Offer Boost to SMEs
By Editors | 17/11/2022
The collaboration includes exploring opportunities to support digital economy growth, facilitating data sharing between businesses, and advancing the ESG agenda.
Securities / Derivatives
ESMA Recognises Bursa Malaysia Derivatives Clearing as TC-CCP
By Editors | 16/11/2022
The recognition will make it easier and more cost-effective for European counterparties to access Malaysia’s derivatives market.
Fintech / Regtech
Bursa Malaysia Launches New Portal for Fund Investors
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 15/11/2022
The platform allows investors to view fund information, compare funds, create watchlists, and communicate with fund managers.
Fintech / Regtech
Five ASEAN Central Banks Sign MoU on Payments Connectivity
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 15/11/2022
The MoU is the first that brings together multiple ASEAN central banks under a single multilateral agreement to enhance cross-border payments.
Enforcement
Bursa Malaysia Issues Public Reprimand Over Sponsor Failures
By Editors | 13/11/2022
TA Securities did not assess the internal controls and risk management systems of the listing applicant and falsely represented that it had.
ESG / Sustainability
BNM Launches “Greening Value Chain” Programme for SMEs
By Editors | 10/11/2022
The programme will provide Malaysian SMEs with technical advice, training, on-site diagnosis and transition financing.
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