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.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Japan Set to Authorise First Yen-Backed Stablecoin - Reports

19/08/2025

The FSA is expected to approve JPYC's token this autumn, requiring full collateralisation and creating a potential new buyer for government bonds.

Sanctions

South Korea Approves New Regulations on Terrorism Financing

19/08/2025

New rules effective from January 2026 will automatically apply to firms where designated persons own 50% or more or exert control.

Capital / Liquidity

Philippines Suspends Mount Peak Securities Over Capital Violations

18/08/2025

The brokerage is the second to be suspended this year, with CMIC citing grave violations of securities laws and imposing strict trading prohibitions.

Securities / Derivatives

CSRC Approves New Paper, Energy, and Pulp Derivatives

18/08/2025

The CSRC has greenlit new futures and options contracts for the Shanghai Futures Exchange, covering paper, pulp, and energy products.

Capital / Liquidity

Taiwan FSC Proposes Amendments to FHC Reporting Rules

18/08/2025

The amendments align financial holding company reports with IFRS 17 and remove redundant disclosures for banks and other FIs.