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
Capital / Liquidity
Malaysia Launches Consumer Credit Commission, Appoints Executive Chairman
10/03/2026
The new regulator will begin oversight of non-bank lenders and BNPL providers under the Consumer Credit Act 2025 to strengthen consumer protection.
ESG / Sustainability
Korea Launching Near-Term Climate Stress Test for FIs
10/03/2026
The joint exercise by the FSS, BOK and KMA will focus on climate-related financial shocks that could materialise within five years.
Securities / Derivatives
SC Malaysia Unveils Capital Market Masterplan 2026-2030
10/03/2026
The five-year blueprint aims to significantly grow the market, enhance inclusivity, and position Malaysia as a sustainable and regional financial hub.
AML / KYC
Singapore Police Arrests Capital Asia Directors, Freezes S$160m in AML Probe
10/03/2026
A joint operation by the police and MAS was initiated after receiving information about possible unlawful activities by the company.
AML / KYC
Cambodia Reiterates Commitment to Eradicating Online Scams by April
10/03/2026
Cambodia is drafting new laws that will hold responsible those who rent houses to perpetrators or provide infrastructure to scam syndicates.
Securities / Derivatives
India Proposes Streamlined Capital Raising Framework for GIFT City Firms
10/03/2026
The IFSCA is seeking feedback on new rules for preferential issues, QIPs, and rights issues.
Securities / Derivatives
India’s IFSCA Proposes Market Abuse Regulations for GIFT City Firms
09/03/2026
The IFSCA has proposed new regulations to prohibit insider trading, market manipulation and other abusive practices in IFSC securities markets.
Securities / Derivatives
SEBI Launches Voluntary Debit Freeze Facility for Mutual Fund Investors
09/03/2026
SEBI introduces a voluntary debit freeze for MF folios, allowing investors to block unauthorised withdrawals, enhance security, and maintain control over inflows and long-term holdings.
Sanctions
US Grants India 30-Day Waiver to Import Sanctioned Russian Oil
09/03/2026
US Treasury allowing Indian refiners to buy stranded Russian crude for 30 days to ease supply disruptions from Middle East tensions and stabilise global oil prices.
AML / KYC
RBI Consults on Compensation Framework for Digital Payment Fraud
09/03/2026
RBI proposes draft guidelines for digital fraud compensation, offering one-time reimbursement up to INR 25,000, shared bank liability, and requiring customers to report fraud within five days.
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