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
Fintech / Regtech
China State Planner Declares Cryptocurrency Mining Obsolete
14/01/2022
The NDRC said that measures to stamp out cryptocurrency mining are part of efforts to help achieve peak carbon and carbon neutrality targets on schedule.
Crypto / Digital Assets
Thai Stock Exchange Unveils Three-Year Strategic Plan
14/01/2022
The SET will launch a new exchange for fundraising by SMEs and startups within in Q1, and a new digital asset exchange in Q3.
Fintech / Regtech
Thailand Taxation Rules for Crypto to be Ready Soon
13/01/2022
A 15% capital gains tax will be applied to investors as well as operators of crypto mining facilities, but not crypto exchanges.
Fintech / Regtech
HKMA to Introduce Regulatory Framework for Stablecoins
13/01/2022
Only Hong Kong incorporated entities licensed by the HKMA would be allowed to actively market stablecoins to the local public.
Securities / Derivatives
UPDATED – Singapore to See First SPAC Listings Within January
12/01/2022
Prospectuses have been filed by Vertex Technology Acquisition Corporation, Pegasus Asia, and Novo Tellus Capital Partners.
Market Infrastructure
Indonesia: OJK Outlines Capital Market Priorities for 2022
11/01/2022
OJK will work on developing a carbon exchange at IDX, new derivative instruments, and central clearing infrastructure.
BNM Proposes Rule Changes for Payment Card Industry
10/01/2022
The changes will address distortions and frictions in the payment card market and foster greater usage and acceptance of payment cards, BNM says.
Securities / Derivatives
Thai SEC Allows Mutual Funds to Use Three-tiered Investment
06/01/2022
Three-tiered investment will increase flexibility for asset management companies and enable them to manage their asset allocation more efficiently, the SEC said.
Market Infrastructure
RBI Issues New Framework on Offline Digital Payments
05/01/2022
Offline digital payments are expected to benefit areas with weak internet or telecom connectivity, particularly semi-urban and rural areas.
Market Infrastructure
PBOC Issues Guidelines to Enhance Macroprudential Policy Framework
05/01/2022
The macroprudential policy toolbox will include measures that can be used to adjust the banks’ required capital and liquidity levels or assign new risk weights to specific sectors.
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