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
UK Drafts ‘Debanking’ Law in Wake of NatWest Controversy
18/03/2024
HM Treasury has proposed legislation that aims to protect consumers from arbitrary financial exclusion based on political views.
Emerging Prudential Risks
BIS Paper Calls for Stronger Oversight of Non-bank Retail Lenders
17/03/2024
The paper proposes a three-pronged regulatory approach to help guide the prudential oversight of NBFI retail lenders and mitigate risks.
AI Risk & Governance
Artificial Intelligence Act Passed by European Parliament
15/03/2024
Members of Parliament voted to adopt the final text of the EU AI Act, which will seek to promote AI innovation while also defending against risks.
Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime
Global Leaders Announce International Pact to Combat Fraud
14/03/2024
The new international agreement includes the G7 and Five Eyes nations, along with Singapore and South Korea.
AI Risk & Governance
JPX Launches AI Service for TSE Company Insights
13/03/2024
JPX has unveiled a new AI service that can provide more detailed insights into Tokyo Stock Exchange listings.
Anti-Money Laundering
Nigeria Detains Binance Execs After Inviting Them for Dialogue
13/03/2024
Two Binance executives have been detained in Nigeria following a visit to the country at the request of its government.
Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime
Montenegro Approves Extradition of Do Kwon to South Korea
11/03/2024
Do Kwon now faces extradition to South Korea rather than the US after 23 March following a new court ruling.
Anti-Money Laundering
UK Launches Action Plan to Combat Money Muling
10/03/2024
The UK government has announced a 22-point action plan to disrupt money mule activity and support exploited victims.
Conduct, Culture & Accountability
Final Rules, Guidance Issued for Australia’s New Accountability Regime
08/03/2024
The Minister Rules, Regulator Rules, Transitional Rules, ADI key functions descriptions, and reporting form instructions have been finalised.
Market Abuse
Thailand SEC Penalises 15 for Manipulating Stock Prices
08/03/2024
The individuals were collectively fined a total $1.82mn and prohibited from serving as directors or executives of any securities company for varying periods.
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