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
AML / KYC
FSB Launches Forum on Cross-Border Payments Data
28/03/2025
The initiative aims to enhance cross-border payments by improving dialogue and strengthening cooperation on data-related issues.
Enforcement
NZ Probing Whether NZBA Commitments Constitute Cartel Activity
28/03/2025
New Zealand investigates whether banks’ net-zero pledges under the Net-Zero Banking Alliance violate anti-cartel laws.
Indonesia Appoints Prominent Advisers to New Wealth Fund
26/03/2025
The advisers include Ray Dalio, Jeffrey Sachs, and Thaksin Shinawatra. Two former Indonesian presidents were appointed as directors.
Securities / Derivatives
SEBI Plans to Clarify Rules for ESOPs and Promoter Shares
26/03/2025
SEBI proposes amendments to provide clarity and ensure equitable treatment for shares regardless of their acquisition method.
Securities / Derivatives
China Tightens Rules on Banks’ Agency Sales to Boost Risk Controls
26/03/2025
The NFRA has tightened its rules for banks’ agency sales, enhancing risk management, consumer protection, and setting 1 October as the compliance deadline.
PFRDA Issues Operational Regulations for Unified Pension Scheme
26/03/2025
Indian government employees will have the option to switch to the Unified Pension Scheme. The switch would be irrevocable, PFRDA said.
Capital / Liquidity
China Relaxes Limits on Consumer Loans to Stimulate Spending
26/03/2025
The ceiling on consumer loans was raised from CNY 300,000 to CNY 500,000. These loans can be extended for 7 years, compared to 5 years previously.
ESG / Sustainability
Thai Bourse Earns SBTi Recognition for Climate Strategy
26/03/2025
The Stock Exchange of Thailand joins Bursa Malaysia, Nasdaq, and Deutsche Börse Group in receiving SBTi validation for its net zero targets.
Enforcement
KoFIU Probing Foreign Crypto Exchanges Targeting Korean Users
26/03/2025
KoFIU is gathering evidence for damages cases against five foreign crypto exchanges operating without registration.
Securities / Derivatives
NSE Enables Electronic Process for Trading in its Unlisted Shares
25/03/2025
Transactions in NSE’s off-market shares can now be completed in days instead of months under the old process.
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