Securities / Derivatives

China Proposes Rules Governing Board Secretaries of Listed Companies

02/01/2026

The draft rules aim to clarify responsibilities, raise qualification standards, and enhance accountability for this key corporate governance role.

Enforcement

BNM Fines 11 Money Services Firms for Regulatory Breaches

02/01/2026

Bank Negara Malaysia has penalised multiple money services businesses for failures relating to AML/CDD, capital shortfalls, and reporting.

Beijing Eases Home-Buying Curbs and Mortgage Lending Rules

31/12/2025

Beijing has lowered purchase thresholds for non-residents and changed mortgage lending rules to support its sluggish housing sector.

Securities / Derivatives

IFSCA Clarifies Liquid Net Worth Rules for Capital Markets Firms

31/12/2025

New circular clarifies that broker-dealers and clearing members can include certain deposits and trading margins in their capital calculations.

Market Infrastructure

Bangladesh Bank Finalises Framework for Move to Risk-based Supervision

31/12/2025

BB detailed its restructured supervisory organogram, new reporting requirements, and engagement protocols ahead of the January 2026 transition.

Securities / Derivatives

KRX to Tighten KOSDAQ Delisting Rules, Refine Tech IPO Process

31/12/2025

The move will see a faster exit process for failing firms and new oversight for tech-exempt listings to bolster investor trust.

Securities / Derivatives

Korea Exchange Revamps ESG Portal, Adds English Service for Investors

30/12/2025

The move aims to improve information access for foreign investors as mandatory corporate governance reporting expands to all KOSPI firms.

Securities / Derivatives

Taiwan Proposes Allowing Securities Firms as Custodians for Managed Futures

30/12/2025

The move aims to increase choice and promote business development in a custody market currently served only by banks.

Fintech / Regtech

India Mandates New Digital Banking Standards for GIFT City Units

30/12/2025

The IFSCA has set a June 2026 deadline for existing banking units to upgrade their internet banking platforms or face restrictions.