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
Fintech / Regtech
RBI Establishes Six-Member Board to Regulate Payment Systems
29/05/2025
The new Payments Regulatory Board integrates government-nominated representatives while keeping the RBI at the helm.
Capital / Liquidity
RBI Proposes New Capital-Raising Pathways for UCBs
26/05/2025
RBI unveils new capital-raising avenues for urban co-operative banks, while also boosting transparency and market accessibility.
AML / KYC
SEBI Mandates Inclusive Digital KYC for Users With Disabilities
26/05/2025
SEBI has mandated that digital KYC processes be made accessible for persons with disabilities to ensure equal access to financial services.
Enforcement
Thai Police Arrest Three Bank Employees for Aiding Scammers
26/05/2025
The bank employees reportedly helped Chinese scammers open bank accounts which enabled them to withdraw scam proceeds.
Enforcement
Thai SEC Suspends KGI Securities and Execs Over IPO Due Diligence Lapses
25/05/2025
The SEC order suspends KGI’s approval to act as a financial advisor and suspends two individuals from acting as operations controllers for one year.
Vietnam Establishes Steering Committee to Develop IFCs
25/05/2025
Ho Chi Minh City would focus on traditional financial services while Danang would specialise in areas like green finance, trade facilitation, and fintech.
Securities / Derivatives
KRX Bolsters ‘Value-Up’ Support for KOSDAQ Firms
23/05/2025
KRX will publish a best-practice guide and expand its consulting initiative to help more KOSDAQ firms enhance shareholder value.
Securities / Derivatives
China Introduces Private Equity Incentives in M&A Reform
22/05/2025
CSRC unveils a major overhaul of its rules on mergers and acquisitions, aiming to boost private equity participation and streamline capital flows.
Capital / Liquidity
Vietnam to Amend Law to Improve Bad Debt Management
22/05/2025
The amendments aim to remove obstacles in handling bad debts and bolster the banking system’s resilience.
Market Infrastructure
Vietnam Eases Account Opening Rules for Foreign Investors
22/05/2025
Vietnam simplifies account opening for foreign investors, removing barriers to boost stock market liquidity and accelerate its bid for emerging market status.
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