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
Credit Risk
China Sets Up Coordination Mechanism for Real Estate Financing
13/01/2024
The new mechanism aims to address financing difficulties in the real estate sector through regular assessment and communication among stakeholders.
KYC & CDD
Wolfsberg Group Updates Guidance on Swift RMA Due Diligence
12/01/2024
The Wolfsberg Group has revised its guidance on Swift RMA due diligence, taking into account ISO 20022 migration.
Cryptocurrency
FINRA Report Describes Crypto-related Compliance Risks
12/01/2024
FINRA says member firms must notify it if they or their affiliates engage or plan to engage in crypto asset-related activities.
Structural Regulation
Korea’s FTC Probes Four Banks for Secured Loan Collusion
11/01/2024
The banks have been accused of maintaining similar terms and conditions to avoid price wars and maximise profits.
Cybersecurity
US SEC to Investigate False Tweet on Bitcoin ETF Approvals
09/01/2024
US SEC claims official X account was hacked, posting a false tweet about approving bitcoin ETFs, causing a brief surge and crash in bitcoin price.
Credit Risk
Indonesia’s OJK Lowers Interest Rate Cap for Online Lenders
09/01/2024
The new regulations tighten th caps on interest rates and late fees while also lowering borrowing limits imposed on debtors.
Trading & Investment
Indonesia to Introduce Market Maker Regulations in 2024
08/01/2024
IDX plans to boost stock market liquidity and transaction value by implementing market maker regulations in 2024.
Reporting & Disclosures
Singapore Professional Bodies to Boost Sustainability Services
08/01/2024
ISCA and LawSoc Singapore have launched a three-year programme to help firms offer sustainability services.
Anti-Money Laundering
KoFIU Unveils New AML Education Initiatives for Financial Industry
08/01/2024
Firms will be allowed to set training hours for employees based on position and duties, and KoFIU will introduce a new AML competency test.
KYC & CDD
Taiwan Reports Progress on Industry Use of Digital Identity Solutions
07/01/2024
The FSC said the financial industry is gradually introducing digital identity verification solutions following the issuance of new guidelines in October.
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