Mark Johnston

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    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

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    Market Infrastructure

    Taiwan Relaxes Rules for Banks Entering Asset Management Zones

    18/06/2025

    Taiwan’s FSC is easing its branch licensing rules to incentivise FIs to establish operations in designated asset management zones.

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    Sanctions

    Taiwan Bans Chip Exports to Huawei, SMIC and Other Entities

    18/06/2025

    In total, 601 entities “involved in arms proliferation activities” were added to an export blacklist in Taiwan.

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    Capital / Liquidity

    Vietnam Weighs New Housing Credit Packages to Boost Home Ownership

    18/06/2025

    Vietnam is set to roll out credit reforms to help young homebuyers, aiming to revitalise real estate and fuel growth.

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    Enforcement

    Bangladesh Considers Settlement Deals in Bid to Recover Illicit Funds

    17/06/2025

    The interim administration is considering civil suits and financial deals as part of broader efforts to reclaim assets and stabilise the economy.

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    Market Infrastructure

    Taiwan Tightens Circuit Breaker Mechanism in Futures Market

    17/06/2025

    TAIFEX will have shorter trading halt periods if the mechanism is triggered, and oil contracts are given wider price bands.

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    Enforcement

    Hong Kong Court Jails Four in Taiping Life Commission Scam

    12/06/2025

    HKD 4.6 million in commission and bonuses were paid out despite policyholders never signing application forms or paying premiums.

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    Capital / Liquidity

    Taiwan Amends Insurance Act to Enhance Consumer Protections

    12/06/2025

    The amendments also provide a legal basis for insurance companies to outsource operations and allow insurance policies to be purchased from foreign insurers through brokers.

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    Capital / Liquidity

    Taiwan Enhances Support Provided via Fintech Innovation Park

    10/06/2025

    Taiwan’s FSC has launched Fintech Innovation Park 2.0, providing tiered mentorship and other enhanced resources to help fintech startups grow.

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    Securities / Derivatives

    TPEx Expands Structured Bond Sales for Corporate Fundraising

    10/06/2025

    Taipei Exchange’s policy shift aims to boost corporate fundraising by expanding access to structured international bond sales.

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    Fintech / Regtech

    China, UAE to Advance Cross-Border Payment Cooperation

    10/06/2025

    China’s CIPS and CBUAE to develop a cross-border payment connectivity programme that provides local currency clearing services for FIs in the MENA region.

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