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
CBDCs
China: Jiangsu Universities to Mandate Digital Yuan for Salary Payments
29/10/2026
Several universities in China's Jiangsu province will begin distributing staff salaries through CBDC wallets in November 2026.
Alternative Markets
China Proposes New Rules to Regulate Private Investment Fund of Funds
29/10/2026
The CSRC has issued draft guidelines to standardise private investment fund of funds and encourage long-term capital allocation.
AI Risk & Governance
China Mandates Employment Friendly AI Adoption Nationwide
29/10/2026
China's State Council has released new directives to mitigate AI-driven job losses, mandating algorithmic regulation and employment risk assessments.
Cryptocurrency
Korea Delays Decision On Fourth Postponement of Crypto Tax
29/10/2026
Korean officials have failed to reach an agreement on delaying the planned 2027 crypto gains tax, extending market uncertainty.
Emerging Prudential Risks
China Sets Out Insurance Sector Roadmap and Risk Prevention Priorities
29/10/2026
The strategic priorities for the next five years emphasise regulatory oversight, risk prevention, and market reform.
Structural Regulation
China Proposes Trade Secret Rules Targeting Foreign Entities
28/10/2026
MOFCOM issued draft regulations proposing trade and investment restrictions on foreign entities that infringe on domestic trade secrets.
Payments & Settlements
China Proposes Easing Cross-Border Investment and Financing Rules
28/10/2026
SAFE has proposed 11 new measures to optimise cross-border investment, expand borrowing capacity, and streamline registration.
Structural Regulation
China Tightens Scrutiny on Listed Company Spinoffs
28/10/2026
Chinese regulators are intensifying their review of corporate spinoffs to protect parent company shareholders and curb rapid fundraising.
Trading & Investment
AMAC Consults on Revised Fund Valuation Guidelines
28/10/2026
The AMAC has proposed updates to eight self-regulatory rules to standardise fund valuation practices.
Cryptocurrency
Beijing Financial Court Issues White Paper on Belt and Road Dispute Resolution
28/10/2026
New white paper outlines judicial approaches to cross-border financial disputes, highlighting strict compliance rules for overseas investments and arbitration.
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