Mark Johnston
Based in Singapore, Mark is an experienced journalist and editor with over a decade of experience reporting on technology and business trends throughout Asia. Mark got his start as an engineer, graduating from the UK's Queen's University of Belfast with a Master's degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering. As senior reporter for Regulation Asia, Mark focuses on regulatory changes impacting financial markets, with particular interest in fintech, cybersecurity and crypto markets.
Articles by Mark Johnston
Securities / Derivatives
CSRC Chairman Seeking to Step Down for Health Reasons - Reports
17/11/2025
Conflicting reports over Wu Qing’s tenure emerge as regulator highlights reforms to QFII programme and Hong Kong listings.
Securities / Derivatives
Pakistan, China Advance Plans to Launch Cross-Border ETF
17/11/2025
Regulators and market leaders gathered in Pakistan to advance a cross-border China ETF and push key policy reforms for Islamic finance and REITs.
Fintech / Regtech
GFTN and Qatar to Launch Doha FinTech Policy Centre with Asia Focus
17/11/2025
The new Centre of Excellence aims to connect regulators and promote harmonised policy frameworks, strengthening links with Singapore's ecosystem.
Fintech / Regtech
Taiwan FSC Releases Digital Inclusion Guidelines for FIs
17/11/2025
New guidance urges FIs to protect vulnerable customers and ensure services are fair, accessible, and barrier-free, including when using AI to make decisions.
Sanctions
US Targets China, HK Firms in New Iran Sanctions Wave
17/11/2025
The sanctions targets include entities in China, Hong Kong and India that allegedly operate procurement networks supporting Iran’s ballistic missile and UAV production
Market Infrastructure
Myanmar Moves to Accept Chinese Yuan for Direct Investment
16/11/2025
New procedures are being implemented to facilitate CNY-kyat exchange, yuan bank accounts, and direct CNY settlements for investors.
Securities / Derivatives
Bursa Malaysia Launches Platform for Vetting Research, Online Commentary
16/11/2025
The exchange aims to counter unlicensed online commentary by having licensed advisers review and publish public research submissions.
Securities / Derivatives
Korea Delays Decision on Penalties for Mis-Selling ELS Products
15/11/2025
A decision on penalties, potentially in the trillions of won, is pushed back as authorities clarify rules on 'revenue'.
Capital / Liquidity
Bangladesh Bank Expands OBU Trade Finance, Allowing Use of Other Banks' ADs
14/11/2025
New rules allow OBUs to finance enterprises via other banks' Authorised Dealers, subject to strict risk assessment requirements.
Capital / Liquidity
China Mandates Private Capital Access in Major Projects, Boosts SME Financing
14/11/2025
The State Council rules aim to lift financing for private firms and open sectors from nuclear power to commercial space.
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