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
AML / KYC
Google Launches Verification Process for Financial Ads in Malaysia
11/03/2026
Starting from 14 April, only licensed financial firms will be allowed to advertise on the platform to curb rising online scams.
Securities / Derivatives
Bursa Malaysia Pledges Support for New Capital Market Masterplan
11/03/2026
The exchange plans to boost IPOs, expand ESG and Islamic finance offerings, and strengthen market access for smaller companies, aiming to future‑proof the market and enhance regional connectivity.
Capital / Liquidity
India Cabinet Approves Overhaul of Insolvency and Corporate Law
11/03/2026
The move aims to streamline lengthy resolution processes and improve corporate governance, with a formal bill expected in the current parliamentary session.
Capital / Liquidity
Bangladesh Bank Eases Profit Repatriation Rules for Foreign Investors
11/03/2026
The new rules empower AD banks to process share transfers and remit proceeds for non-resident investors in unlisted companies, part of efforts to streamline foreign investment procedures.
Securities / Derivatives
India Eases Investment Curbs on Neighbours, Opening Door to China
11/03/2026
The new rules allow up to 10 percent stake purchases without prior approval and introduce a 60-day clearance timeline for larger investments.
Securities / Derivatives
SGX to Launch Asian Government Bond Futures Amid Geopolitical Turmoil
11/03/2026
SGX plans futures linked to India and Southeast Asian sovereign bonds, expanding its derivatives offerings as global investors seek hedging tools.
Securities / Derivatives
Korea Tightens Oversight of PE Fund Managers with New Internal Controls
11/03/2026
The FSS and industry group have introduced a self-regulation framework to strengthen ethics, governance and investor protection in the PEF sector.
Securities / Derivatives
Singapore to List Physical Gold ETF on SGX After Two Decades
11/03/2026
Lion Global Investors has launched gold-backed ETF tracking LBMA benchmark, giving investors cost-efficient exposure to physically vaulted bullion.
AML / KYC
Pakistan Launches Digital Registry to Identify Company UBOs
11/03/2026
The new platform strengthens corporate transparency, AML oversight and regulatory monitoring of company ownership structures, aligning with international standards.
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.
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