Fintech / Regtech

Chinese Regulators Direct FIs to Stop Promoting Stablecoins - Reports

11/08/2025

Regulators informally instruct brokers to cease research and seminars, citing concerns over fraud and market hype.

Securities / Derivatives

Korea FSS Warns on Commodity ETP Risks Amid Volatility

11/08/2025

The FSS highlighted the dangers of leveraged products and price discrepancies fuelled by geopolitical turmoil, urging particular caution from investors.

AML / KYC

FATF Establishes New Code of Conduct for Stakeholders

11/08/2025

The FATF has introduced a new code to ensure integrity, professionalism, and respect among all its stakeholders.

Securities / Derivatives

Vietnam Regulator Orders Stricter Oversight on Broker Conduct

11/08/2025

The move follows a 43% market surge since April that has sparked fears of a speculative bubble, with the directive banning unauthorised advice and profit-sharing deals.

Taiwan Banks Directed to Open Single Complaint Window for Mortgage Disputes

11/08/2025

The move aims to protect first-time and owner-occupier homebuyers, with the FSC telling banks they should not summarily reject these applications.

ESG / Sustainability

Nepal Drafts New Rules to Streamline Mobilisation of Climate Finance

11/08/2025

The proposed procedure establishes a central finance unit and a common fund, setting clear credit-based rules for private sector access.

Capital / Liquidity

RBI Grants First Universal Banking Licence in Over 10 Years

11/08/2025

The RBI has granted 'in-principle' approval to AU Small Finance Bank Ltd, outlining a clear regulatory path for other small finance banks.

Fintech / Regtech

Bursa Malaysia to Mandate Electronic Investor Statements from 25 August

11/08/2025

The move aims to boost efficiency and sustainability, with exemptions for older investors and a fee for others opting for paper copies.

Securities / Derivatives

SEC Philippines Scraps 50-Year-Old Share Classification Rule

11/08/2025

The SEC has ordered an end to the Class A and B share system, citing technological advances and market inefficiencies.