Crypto / Digital Assets

First PHP Stablecoin Advances Past Regulatory Sandbox Pilot

11/06/2025

Philippine fintech Coins.ph said PHPC is exiting the regulatory sandbox and is now positioned for broader adoption across multiple use cases.

Sanctions

Five Nations Sanction Israeli Ministers, US Condemns Move

11/06/2025

UK, Canada, Norway, Australia and New Zealand sanctioned two Israeli ministers for inciting extremist violence and human rights abuses.

Capital / Liquidity

RBI to Discontinue Daily VRR Auctions as Bank Liquidity Improves

10/06/2025

The central bank is ending daily liquidity injections via VRR auctions in response to data showing that banking system liquidity is now in surplus.

Securities / Derivatives

China Chengxin Launches Global Yuan Debt Rating Scale

10/06/2025

China Chengxin International Credit Rating Co Ltd launches first global yuan debt rating scale, citing shift in global financial landscape.

Securities / Derivatives

Japan Continues to Grapple with Brokerage Account Hijackings

10/06/2025

There were 2,289 unauthorised transactions in brokerage accounts in May, only a small decrease from the figures reported for April.

Securities / Derivatives

Stock Exchange of Thailand Revises Rules for High-Frequency Trading

10/06/2025

The range of securities accessible to HFT investors will be restricted to those with large market capitalisation and high liquidity.

Securities / Derivatives

SET Chairman Outlines Strategy to Restore Investor Confidence

10/06/2025

The strategy includes enhanced trading regulations, stronger investor protection, market development initiatives, and ESG-related measures

Capital / Liquidity

Bangladesh Bank Relaxes Loan Rescheduling Rules for Financial Sector

10/06/2025

Bangladesh Bank eases loan rescheduling rules, aiming to support housing finance borrowers with longer repayment periods and greater flexibility.

Securities / Derivatives

SET Proposes Free Float and IPO Rule Changes to Lure Larger Listings

09/06/2025

The Thai bourse aims to boost market competitiveness by easing requirements for new listings, targeting major domestic and international firms.