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US Allows Nvidia to Resume Sales of H20 AI Chips to China

By Nithya Subramanian | 16/07/2025

After tighter export controls were announced in April, Nvidia has been "assured" by the US government that licences will be granted and it could start deliveries soon.

Market Infrastructure

India’s IFSCA Proposes Tighter Rules for Appointments to Boards of MIIs

By Mark Johnston | 15/07/2025

India’s IFSCA is proposing tighter rules for board appointments at financial market infrastructure institutions in GIFT City, aiming to bolster investor protection and global credibility.

ESG / Sustainability

FSB Halts New Climate Rules Amid US Pressure and Deep Divisions

By Manesh Samtani | 15/07/2025

The FSB has shelved new climate policy work, citing member divisions after a US pushback against a more aggressive agenda.

Securities / Derivatives

Philippine SEC Sets Fixed Timelines for Processing Approvals

By Nithya Subramanian | 15/07/2025

Strict deadlines have been imposed for processing permits, licenses, and registrations, to streamline business processes and cut red tape.

Market Infrastructure

APAC CCPs Watch for Market Shift as EMIR Hands Advantage to Eurex

By Blake Evans-Pritchard | 15/07/2025

Forcing clearing into Europe could have farther-reaching implications than intended, writes Blake Evans-Pritchard.

Securities / Derivatives

ASX Proposes Plan to Replace Futures Clearing System by Q1 2027

By Manesh Samtani | 14/07/2025

ASX has launched a consultation on replacing its Genium system with a Nasdaq platform, proposing operational and technical changes for participants.

Sanctions

Malaysia to Enforce Stricter Rules on Illegal Ship-to-Ship Oil Transfers

By Nithya Subramanian | 14/07/2025

Malaysia will start to curb illegal ship-to-ship oil transfers linked to sanctions evasion, including suspected Iranian shipments.

AML / KYC

New Bill Filed to Modernise Bank Secrecy Law in Philippines

By Nithya Subramanian | 11/07/2025

The proposed legislation aims to give BSP power to probe deposits tied to unlawful activity but under strict conditions.

Market Infrastructure

Philippines FSCC Flags Financial Risks, Eyes Deposit Insurance Reform

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 11/07/2025

Regulators are monitoring global headwinds and geopolitical tensions, while considering a risk-based premium system for the bank deposit insurance scheme.