United States

Anti-Money Laundering

US Announces New Measures Targeting Cross-Border Financial Crime

By Editors | 08/09/2025

The SEC has formed a new enforcement task force targeting foreign fraud, while FinCEN has issued guidance to encourage cross-border information sharing.

Reporting & Disclosures

Thai SEC Proposes New Rules to Raise SRI Fund Standards

By Nithya Subramanian | 05/09/2025

The new rules mandate clearer disclosures on sustainability objectives, risks, and outcomes to combat greenwashing and build investor confidence.

Capital Adequacy

Thailand SEC Overhauls Rules for Brokers Facing Capital Shortfalls

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 05/09/2025

The SEC says the new regulations establish a clear protocol for failing firms, including provisions for client asset transfers and a waiver for breaches caused by digital asset volatility.

Custody & Infrastructure

Thailand SEC Eases Capital Requirements For Digital Asset Custodians

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 05/09/2025

The SEC has lowered capital requirements and set a zero-risk weighting for certain digital tokens to reduce costs and encourage domestic custody services.

Structural Regulation

Nasdaq Proposes Stricter Rules Targeting Small Chinese IPOs

By Manesh Samtani | 05/09/2025

Nasdaq plans to require a minimum USD 25 million in public offering proceeds for China-based firms, citing investor protection concerns.

Structural Regulation

Thai SEC Proposes New Regulatory Flexibility for SET Group

By Nithya Subramanian | 05/09/2025

The SEC has proposed allowing the SET Group greater flexibility to issue certain rules, including technical updates without prior approval.

Tokenisation

Thailand's SEC Authorises Digital Asset Firms to Trade Tokenised Carbon Credits

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 05/09/2025

The SEC has amended rules for digital asset operators to support national green economy goals and promote the country as a carbon trading hub.

PEPs & Sanctions

US Indicts and Sanctions Chinese Chemical Firms Over Opioid Trade

By Manesh Samtani | 04/09/2025

A federal grand jury indicted four Chinese companies and 22 nationals. OFAC sanctioned one firm and two individuals in a coordinated action.

Trading & Investment

Philippine SEC to Release Revised Rules for REITs By Q4

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/09/2025

The SEC plans to expand eligible assets, extend reinvestment periods, and simplify registration to bolster the country's capital market.