Malaysia

    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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