Crypto / Digital Assets

Korea FSS Fines Dunamu and Other Fintechs for Sandbox Breaches

20/08/2025

Firms operating unlisted stock and fractional investment platforms penalised for failing to meet investor protection and advertising conditions.

Securities / Derivatives

India's MCX Overhauls Nickel Futures Contract to Boost Liquidity

19/08/2025

MCX has reduced the contract size and changed expiry and delivery rules to align with global standards and attract smaller participants.

AML / KYC

Japan Brokers Seeking to Target Cybercriminals for Fraudulent Trades

19/08/2025

The JSDA is exploring ways to suspend perpetrator accounts as regulators mandate stronger security measures like MFA and breach notifications.

Crypto / Digital Assets

FSC Korea to Unveil Bill for KRW Stablecoin in October - Report

19/08/2025

The FSC will introduce a government bill outlining issuance and management rules, accelerating the country's digital asset legislation.

Crypto / Digital Assets

China Merchants Bank Arm Launches Regulated Crypto Trading in Hong Kong

19/08/2025

The move makes it the first Chinese bank-affiliated firm to offer such services, targeting professional investors under SFC regulations.

Fintech / Regtech

Hong Kong Insurance Authority Launches Initiative to Boost AI Adoption

19/08/2025

The new programme aims to foster collaboration between insurers and tech firms, guiding responsible AI use to establish the city as a regional hub.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Proposes to Ease IPO and Shareholding Rules for Large Firms

19/08/2025

SEBI is considering allowing smaller initial floats and longer compliance timelines to encourage mega-cap companies to list domestically.

Fintech / Regtech

Indonesia Expands QRIS Network to Japan, Begins China Trial

19/08/2025

The move marks the QRIS payment system's first expansion beyond the ASEAN region, with trials also underway to link with China.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Proposes Phased Rollout for New Index Derivative Rules

19/08/2025

SEBI is consulting on a 'glide path' to adjust popular but non-compliant indices like Nifty Bank to avoid market disruption.