Structural Regulation

Taiwan Finalises New Rules for Offshore Securities Unit Client Funds

13/08/2025

The amendments allow Offshore Securities Units to use qualified foreign custodians for client funds to boost international competitiveness.

Anti-Money Laundering

Singapore Appoints Deloitte to Liquidate Assets in SG$3b Money Laundering Case

13/08/2025

The move follows the imposition of millions in penalties on financial institutions and a raft of new AML legislation.

CBDCs

Pakistan Taps Japan's Soramitsu for Digital Currency Pilot

13/08/2025

The central bank aims to boost financial inclusion and modernise payments with a pilot programme for a central bank digital currency.

Payments & Settlements

Indian Banks Propose Raising GST Threshold to Drive Digital Payments

12/08/2025

Lenders are advising policymakers to raise the GST registration threshold to prevent merchants from reverting to cash.

Alternative Markets

SEBI Proposes Lighter-Touch AIFs for Accredited Investors

12/08/2025

SEBI has issued proposals for a new fund category with fewer restrictions, signalling a long-term shift in how investor sophistication is measured.

Anti-Money Laundering

Nepal Imposes New AML Rules on Cooperative Institutions

12/08/2025

The government has mandated detailed reporting and 'know your member' rules for all cooperatives as it seeks removal from the FATF grey list.

Data Privacy

Bank Indonesia Clarifies Scope of Upcoming 'Payment ID' Trial

12/08/2025

Bank Indonesia has clarified its new payment system is only a limited trial, as consumer advocates raise concerns over data privacy and citizens' rights.

Structural Regulation

Beijing Scraps Suburban Home Purchase Limits to Boost Property Market

12/08/2025

The capital city also eased its housing provident fund rules. Analysts expect Shanghai and Shenzhen to follow with similar measures.

Sustainable Finance

Malaysia to Develop "Science-Based" Sustainable Finance Taxonomy

12/08/2025

The Joint Committee on Climate Change also plans to issue guidance on new reporting rules and tackle persistent climate data gaps.