Cloud & Infrastructure

Taiwan FSC Amends FinTech Grant Rules to Enhance Transparency

06/07/2025

The FSC has revised its FinTech grant programme, clarifying ineligible costs and formalising its review process to spur innovation.

Trading & Investment

FX Global Code Gains Traction in Asia, Middle East, GFXC Says

05/07/2025

The GFXC reports growing adherence from emerging markets and is now shifting its focus to increasing adoption among buy-side firms.

PEPs & Sanctions

China Sanctions Former Philippine Senator Over South China Sea Laws

05/07/2025

China has barred Francis Tolentino, author of maritime laws challenging its territorial claims, from entering China, Hong Kong and Macau.

Cloud & Infrastructure

US Lifts Curbs on Chip Design Software Exports to China

05/07/2025

The move provides a reprieve for top electronic design automation firms and signals a thaw in trade tensions following a recent agreement.

Sustainable Finance

Singapore, UK, Kenya Launch Alliance to Bolster Voluntary Carbon Markets

04/07/2025

The government-led alliance aims to restore corporate confidence and unlock climate finance by setting clear, high-integrity standards for voluntary carbon markets.

Supervision & Enforcement

Korean Regulator Flags Sharp Rise in Foreign Exchange Breaches

04/07/2025

The FSS reports a 45% surge in foreign exchange violations, with failures in reporting overseas direct investments leading the breaches.

Structural Regulation

Shanghai STAR Market Approves First Unprofitable IPO Under Revived Rules

04/07/2025

Wuhan-based drugmaker Healthgen Biotechnology got the approval, signalling renewed policy support for innovative, pre-revenue technology and life sciences firms.

Reporting & Disclosures

ASEAN-BAC, ACCA Launch Push for Regional Sustainability Reporting Standards

04/07/2025

ASEAN business and accountancy bodies have launched a joint statement calling for unified sustainability reporting rules based on ISSB standards.

PEPs & Sanctions

US Sanctions Singapore Firm in Crackdown on Iranian Oil 'Shadow Fleet'

04/07/2025

The US has sanctioned a Singapore-based firm as part of a major crackdown on networks facilitating billions in Iranian oil sales.