Fintech / Regtech

GLEIF Partners With China's AEOTrade to Integrate vLEI into eBLs

12/02/2026

The partnership will integrate the verifiable LEI into a blockchain platform to enhance trust and efficiency in digital trade finance.

Australia Introduces Superannuation Reform Bill to Boost Retirement Savings

12/02/2026

New legislation aims to boost retirement savings for 1.3 million low-income workers and reduce tax breaks for high-balance accounts.

Fintech / Regtech

Swift Partners with Indian Banks on Cross-Border Payments

12/02/2026

The initiative aims to improve speed and transparency for consumer payments, aligning with India's 'Payments Vision 2025' and G20 goals.

Capital / Liquidity

RBI Proposes Easing Lending Norms for Co-operative Banks

11/02/2026

The draft rules would raise the aggregate ceiling for unsecured loans and deregulate housing loan terms for some lenders.

Securities / Derivatives

NSE Calls for Review of Securities Transaction Tax Hike

11/02/2026

The bourse has acknowledged industry representations against the budget measure, which significantly increases the levy on equity futures and options.

RBI Proposes Registration Exemption for Small, Low-Risk NBFCs

11/02/2026

Draft rules would create a new 'Unregistered Type I' class for firms with assets under INR 10 billion that do not use public funds.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Tightens Norms for CRAs on Cross-Regulatory Ratings

11/02/2026

New framework mandates clear separation of activities, enhanced disclosures, and explicit client consent to bolster investor protection and regulatory clarity.

Securities / Derivatives

HKEX Mandates Readiness Tests for New Derivatives Market Codes

11/02/2026

Exchange and clearing participants must confirm technical readiness by 24 April for system changes affecting stock options and futures.

Securities / Derivatives

Tokyo and Frankfurt to Collaborate on Green Finance, AI Compliance Tech

10/02/2026

The two financial hubs have signed an agreement to bolster cooperation on financing the green transition and developing new AI-driven compliance solutions.