Manesh Samtani
Manesh Samtani is the Editor at Regulation Asia, where he leads the regional news desk from Hong Kong, directing coverage of critical regulatory developments impacting financial services across APAC. Manesh specialises in analysing how new rules and technologies are reshaping banking, capital markets, and the fight against financial crime, providing finance professionals, compliance leaders, and policymakers with the intelligence they need to navigate risk and understand the impact of regulatory change in the region. manesh@regulationasia.com
Articles by Manesh Samtani
Cybersecurity
G7 Urges Financial Sector to Address Emerging AI Cyber Risks
23/09/2025
The G7 Cyber Expert Group has outlined key considerations for financial firms and regulators to manage the AI-related cybersecurity risks.
PEPs & Sanctions
US Experts Urge Congress to Sanction Hong Kong Banks
23/09/2025
Congressional roundtable hears calls to target Hong Kong's alleged role as a hub for sanctions evasion for China, Russia and Iran.
Anti-Money Laundering
China Imposes New Anti-Money Laundering Rules on Law Firms
23/09/2025
New regulations require law firms to conduct client due diligence and report suspicious transactions, aligning the sector with global AML standards.
Trading & Investment
APAC Retail Demand a Key Driver for Extended Trading, Says WFE
23/09/2025
The WFE highlights demand from Asia-Pacific investors in its analysis of the push for 24-hour trading, but warns of significant liquidity and post-trade challenges.
Cloud & Infrastructure
Hong Kong Faces 'Crucial' Gap in Retirement Income Products - Report
23/09/2025
New HKIMR report finds a significant shortfall in products for retirees, despite high digital adoption, urging industry innovation and better financial education.
Stablecoins
Lack of 'Strategic Thinking' Fuelling Rise of Rival Financial Systems: RUSI
22/09/2025
New report argues that geopolitical shifts, sanctions, and de-risking are driving nations to build alternative financial systems.
Capital Adequacy
BCBS Chief Brands Regulation a 'Profit Centre', Urges Full Basel III Roll-Out
22/09/2025
BCBS head Erik Thedéen said robust rules are a competitive advantage and a strategic asset, warning against a "race to the bottom" from fragmented implementation.
Stablecoins
US Advances Stablecoin Rules, Seeks Input on Foreign Issuers
22/09/2025
A formal request for comment on the GENIUS Act has been issued, with specific questions on how to treat foreign firms and comparable regulatory regimes.
Clearing & Post-Trade
HK Official Confirms Plan to Pursue T+1 Settlement
22/09/2025
Specific proposals for T+1 settlement will be rolled out next year, while officials call for a careful assessment of the more complex 24-hour trading model.
Clearing & Post-Trade
HKEX's OTC Clear to Launch LPR Swaps Under Swap Connect
22/09/2025
OTC Clear is adding the 1-year Loan Prime Rate for Northbound swaps and extending NDIRS tenors, with new risk and reporting rules.
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