Manesh Samtani
Manesh Samtani is Editor at Regulation Asia, where he leads the editorial and research teams from Hong Kong. His work examines how regulatory change and technology are reshaping banking and financial markets, with a particular focus on digital assets, financial crime and sanctions. Manesh is a former securities industry practitioner and holds a bachelor's degree in finance and banking. manesh@regulationasia.com
Articles by Manesh Samtani
Trading & Investment
BIS Study Calls for "Nuanced" Approach to HFT Regulation
24/09/2025
BIS working paper finds high-frequency trading has a dual impact, increasing risk for some stocks while improving liquidity for others.
Cybersecurity
Korea Convenes Emergency Meeting, Tells Finance CEOs to Own Security
24/09/2025
Following recent major cyberattacks, regulators gathered 180 security chiefs to demand CEO-led reforms, improved resilience, and threaten "strict sanctions" for negligence.
Market Abuse
South Korea Busts KRW 100bn ‘Elite’ Stock Manipulation Ring
24/09/2025
A new anti-fraud unit has raided suspects and frozen assets, deploying new powers for the first time in a major crackdown on market abuse.
Clearing & Post-Trade
DMIST Publishes Standard to Automate Position Transfers
24/09/2025
The new standard introduces templates and timelines to streamline the manual process of moving positions between clearing accounts and firms.
Credit Risk
China Regulators Detail Achievements of 14th Five-Year Plan
23/09/2025
Top officials highlight significant lending to the real economy, progress in managing property and local debt risks, and a continued supportive monetary policy.
Cybersecurity
G7 Urges Financial Sector to Address Emerging AI Cyber Risks
23/09/2025
The G7 Cyber Expert Group has outlined key considerations for financial firms and regulators to manage the AI-related cybersecurity risks.
PEPs & Sanctions
US Experts Urge Congress to Sanction Hong Kong Banks
23/09/2025
Congressional roundtable hears calls to target Hong Kong's alleged role as a hub for sanctions evasion for China, Russia and Iran.
Anti-Money Laundering
China Imposes New Anti-Money Laundering Rules on Law Firms
23/09/2025
New regulations require law firms to conduct client due diligence and report suspicious transactions, aligning the sector with global AML standards.
Trading & Investment
APAC Retail Demand a Key Driver for Extended Trading, Says WFE
23/09/2025
The WFE highlights demand from Asia-Pacific investors in its analysis of the push for 24-hour trading, but warns of significant liquidity and post-trade challenges.
Cloud & Infrastructure
Hong Kong Faces 'Crucial' Gap in Retirement Income Products - Report
23/09/2025
New HKIMR report finds a significant shortfall in products for retirees, despite high digital adoption, urging industry innovation and better financial education.
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