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
Payments & Settlements
China to Ramp Up Cooperation with Gulf States: PBOC Governor
20/02/2025
Speaking in Saudi Arabia, the PBOC governor pledged cooperation on local currency settlement, payment systems, digital currency and AML.
Trading & Investment
IOSCO Identifies Gaps in Market Surveillance Amid Technology Challenges
20/02/2025
IOSCO’s recent review shows progress by market authorities in tackling technological challenges, but some gaps remain.
Data Privacy
China Issues Guidelines for Personal Data Protection Compliance Audits
20/02/2025
China introduces mandatory compliance audits for entities handling personal data, aiming to enhance digital protection and security.
Structural Regulation
Thailand to Ease Tax Rules on Overseas Income to Capital Inflows
19/02/2025
Thailand is considering easing personal income tax rules for overseas income to encourage repatriation, said a senior official.
Anti-Bribery & Corruption
Former Shanghai Exchange Official Facing Prosecution for ‘Corrupt Practices’
19/02/2025
Former deputy general manager of SSE was found to have frequently accepted expensive gifts and large sums of money.
AI Risk & Governance
Chinese President Hosts Rare Meeting With Tech Leaders
19/02/2025
Xi Jinping’s meeting with tech leaders suggests that private enterprises will be more treated kindly moving forward.
Trading & Investment
Thailand Considers Reviving Long-Term Equity Fund Programme
19/02/2025
The LTF programme offered tax incentives to long-term investors in the stock market but ended at the end of 2019.
Cybersecurity
Thailand Introduces New Mobile Banking Security Regulations
18/02/2025
BOT has introduced new security regulations for mobile banking services to combat rising cyber threats and financial fraud.
Tokenisation
Thai Government Plans Launch of First Tokenised Bonds
18/02/2025
The pilot issuance will allow retail investors to participate in trading tokenised government bonds through securities firms.
Structural Regulation
Hong Kong to Lower IPO Hurdles for Mainland Companies
17/02/2025
Proposed changes expected to be announced later this year aim to lower fundraising thresholds, optimise market structure, and enhance corporate governance.
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