Market Risk

Bank Indonesia Commits to 'Bold' Intervention as Rupiah Nears Record Low

29/09/2025

BI is using its full range of policy tools to stabilise the currency amid pressure from a strong US dollar and domestic policy concerns.

Structural Regulation

Taiwan Proposes Earlier Disclosure of AGM Materials for All Listed Firms

29/09/2025

The FSC plans to extend stricter reporting deadlines for annual meeting handbooks and annual reports to all listed and OTC-listed companies.

Stablecoins

Japan's Ikuyo to Form Stablecoin Association for Trade Finance Reform

29/09/2025

The Tokyo-listed firm will create an industry body to promote blockchain-based settlement and address inefficiencies in cross-border payments.

Market Abuse

Pakistan Regulator Gains Direct Access to Stock Market Surveillance

29/09/2025

MOU gives the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan real-time monitoring capabilities to enhance market integrity and curb abuse.

Trading & Investment

Taiwan Proposes Easing Margin Trading Rules for OTC Stocks

29/09/2025

The FSC aims to align eligibility criteria for listed and over-the-counter stocks and ensure continuous margin trading for firms switching boards.

PEPs & Sanctions

OFAC Sanctions DPRK-Myanmar Arms Procurement Network

29/09/2025

OFAC has designated a network selling North Korean arms to Myanmar, warning of secondary sanctions for financial institutions facilitating transactions.

Credit Risk

Taiwan Proposes Doubling Small-Loan Exemption for Credit Cooperatives

26/09/2025

The FSC aims to reduce the compliance burden on credit cooperatives by raising the threshold for loans exempt from single-borrower limits.

Cloud & Infrastructure

Singapore Tables Bill to Allow E-Mortgages, Remote Witnessing for Property Deals

26/09/2025

New legislation will create government-run digital platforms for conveyancing, allowing for legally binding electronic deeds and signatures for property transactions.

Structural Regulation

South Korea Forced to Scrap Financial Regulator Overhaul Plan

26/09/2025

The government has withdrawn a contentious plan to dismantle its top financial regulator, citing the need for stability amid economic challenges.