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
Capital / Liquidity
FSS Korea Targets Savings Banks in Bad Debt Cleanup
20/05/2025
FSS Korea has launched inspections into OK Savings Bank and its peers over delayed bad debt clearance.
Enforcement
Former TSE Employee and Father Sentenced in Insider Trading Case
19/05/2025
Both were sentenced to 18 months’ imprisonment, suspended for three years, and fined after being convicted of insider trading.
Enforcement
AUSTRAC Fines Cointree for Late Suspicious Transaction Reports
18/05/2025
Crypto exchange penalised for failing to submit SMRs on time on four occasions. AUSTRAC CEO said timely reporting is critical.
ESG / Sustainability
Philippines Unveils $4.5m Initiative to Drive Nature-Based Enterprise Growth
16/05/2025
The programme includes the establishment of a climate finance lab and climate data platforms for research in Nature-Based Solutions finance.
Crypto / Digital Assets
Thailand to Issue Digital Investment Tokens in $150m Trial
15/05/2025
Thailand is launching its first digital investment tokens in a $150m trial aimed at modernising fundraising and expanding access to retail investors.
AML / KYC
Māori Face Persistent Barriers to Capital Access, RBNZ Says
15/05/2025
RBNZ bulletin highlights persistent financial barriers for Māori entrepreneurs, including land collateral constraints and trust deficits.
Enforcement
China Tightens Grip on Strategic Mineral Exports
15/05/2025
China has vowed to strengthen its control over the supply chains of strategic minerals, aiming to safeguard national security and prevent illegal outflows.
Securities / Derivatives
CSRC Unveils Measures to Enhance Accountability in Public Funds Sector
12/05/2025
The measures include an overhaul of fee structures to ensure salaries and incentives of fund managers better reflect performance outcomes.
Market Infrastructure
India Considers Allowing Colocation at Commodity Exchanges
08/05/2025
SEBI will consider allowing commodity exchanges to offer colocation to improve price discovery, liquidity and market efficiency.
Fintech / Regtech
Vietnam’s HoSE Launches New Trading System Developed by KRX
08/05/2025
Vietnam’s HoSE launches new trading system after years of setbacks and delays, aligning the market more closely with international standards.
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