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
Liquidity Risk
China Announces Liquidity Backstop for Non-Banks Alongside Forex and ETF Reforms
20/10/2026
Chinese regulators have announced a suite of measures including a new liquidity tool for non-bank institutions, expanded foreign exchange access, and active ETF approvals.
Trading & Investment
China to Expand Futures Market With New Products and Stricter Oversight
20/10/2026
Chinese regulators plan to introduce new futures products, expand foreign access, and tighten market supervision during the next five-year plan.
Credit Risk
Shenzhen and Hangzhou Overhaul Property Sales Rules
20/10/2026
Shenzhen and Hangzhou have introduced new property sales regulations, prioritising completed homes and tightening pre-sale requirements to protect buyers.
Capital Adequacy
Taiwan FSC Urges Banks to Bolster Capital, Advances Stablecoin and AI Rules
20/10/2026
The regulator has called on banks to strengthen capital resilience while advancing new regulatory frameworks for stablecoins, AI, and cybersecurity.
Structural Regulation
Korea Weighs 'Bear Hug' Takeover Rules to Boost Shareholder Protection
19/10/2026
South Korean lawmakers and financial regulators are advancing proposals to mandate board disclosures during tender offers to enhance shareholder rights.
AI Risk & Governance
China Securities Research Sector Facing Analyst Misconduct and AI Risks
19/10/2026
The Securities Association of China has issued a report highlighting severe compliance issues in brokerage research, including unverified AI use.
Trading & Investment
China Implements Selling Curbs and Buybacks to Stabilise Equities - Reports
19/10/2026
Regulators have introduced coordinated measures, including window guidance for insurers and state-backed purchases, to stabilise the stock market.
Structural Regulation
China Futures Exchanges Propose Strict Penalties for Programme Trading Violations
18/10/2026
Five Chinese futures exchanges have simultaneously proposed rule revisions to penalise programme trading violations with fines and permanent market bans.
Payments & Settlements
Visa Granted Approval to Prepare China Bankcard Clearing Operations
16/10/2026
PBOC approved Visa's application to prepare for a domestic bankcard clearing institution as a wholly foreign-owned entity.
Custody & Infrastructure
China Unveils National Blockchain Network and Tech Finance Strategy
16/10/2026
The government has unveiled a comprehensive policy to develop new productive forces, featuring plans for a national blockchain network and expanded tech financing.
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