Nithya Subramanian
Nithya Subramanian, a deputy editor at Regulation Asia, has wide experience covering the financial sector in India and Singapore. She has written extensively about wealth management, capital markets and insurance sectors tracking policy and corporate developments. Researching and writing about the South Asian diaspora settled in Singapore and the region is another area of interest. She has a post-graduate degree in English literature. Reach out to her at nithya@regulationasia.com
Articles by Nithya Subramanian
ESG / Sustainability
SC Malaysia Appoints First Social Exchange Platform Operator
13/02/2026
The social exchange will provide a structured and transparent avenue for non-profit organisations to raise donations for eligible social projects.
Crypto / Digital Assets
J5 Warns on OTC Crypto, Payment Processor Risks
13/02/2026
Global tax authorities warn that OTC crypto desks and payment processors face rising misuse risks, calling for stronger oversight and coordination to curb illicit financial flows.
Securities / Derivatives
Budget 2026: Singapore Pledges to Boost Equities, Startups, AI Adoption
13/02/2026
Measures include multi-billion-dollar top-ups for equity market funds, expanded support for growth-stage startups, and a new national AI strategy.
Securities / Derivatives
SEBI Block NCDEX and MSEI from Launching Equity Derivatives - Reports
13/02/2026
SEBI has stopped NCDEX and MSEI from launching equity derivatives until they establish stronger equity cash markets and liquidity, reflecting caution from the regulator.
RBI Proposes Stricter Rules to Curb Mis-Selling and Protect Consumers
13/02/2026
The new rules aim to curb “dark pattern” sales practices and strengthen oversight of agency and referral arrangements.
Securities / Derivatives
MAS Expands Equity Market Development Programme to S$6.5bn
13/02/2026
The move will allow MAS to back more asset managers investing in Singapore equities and deepen capital pools in the local market.
Fintech / Regtech
Laos and UAE to Jointly Launch ASEAN Digital and AI Centre
13/02/2026
The partnerships aim to secure business transactions, modernise state administration, and strengthen technical capacity in digital technology and cybersecurity sectors.
Fintech / Regtech
Vietnam Launches International Financial Centre in Ho Chi Minh City
13/02/2026
The financial centre will focus on capital markets, fintech, digital banking and new financial products to strengthen global capital connectivity and support sustainable economic growth.
Enforcement
MAS Bans Former Manulife Adviser for Two Years
12/02/2026
The adviser was barred for offences involving forgery and abetting unauthorised access to computer material.
Crypto / Digital Assets
BNM Onboards Three Digital Asset Initiatives Under Innovation Hub
12/02/2026
The three initiatives will test ringgit stablecoins and tokenised deposits, aiming to explore digital asset payments, settlement, and Shariah-compliant use cases in a controlled environment.
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