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
Conduct, Culture & Accountability
China to Mandate Pay Cuts for Underperforming Fund Managers
10/12/2025
China's fund industry body has issued draft rules tying pay to long-term investor returns, mandating co-investment and introducing clawback provisions.
Anti-Money Laundering
Thailand Cracks Down on Chinese Bitcoin Mining Tied to THB 5bn Flows
09/12/2025
Thailand's “Operation Copperhead” has exposed a transnational Bitcoin mining ring, triggering focus on money laundering and digital asset crime.
Structural Regulation
CSRC Chief Wu Qing Unveils Sweeping Capital Market Reform Agenda
08/12/2025
The plan prioritises support for tech innovation, attracting long-term capital, and expanding high-level institutional opening-up, says CSRC Chairman.
Tokenisation
China Declares RWA Tokenisation 'Illegal Financial Activity'
08/12/2025
A joint warning from seven industry bodies clarifies the legal status of RWA and extends liability to domestic staff of overseas firms.
Operational Risk
FSS Korea Requires Due Diligence on Overseas Property Funds
08/12/2025
The FSS has introduced a focused review system and mandatory due diligence reporting to strengthen oversight of overseas real estate funds.
Credit Risk
Thailand Extends Credit Card Repayment Relief to End-2026
08/12/2025
The BOT has extended its credit card minimum payment cap of eight percent for an additional year to aid vulnerable borrowers.
Conduct, Culture & Accountability
KOFIA Urges Asset Managers to Tighten Up Advertising Practices
08/12/2025
The association has urged stricter internal reviews on promotional materials as regulators launch inspections into overseas investment marketing practices.
Structural Regulation
FSS Korea Orders Fuller Dividend Policy Reporting
08/12/2025
The FSS has updated annual report requirements to compel listed companies to provide specific details on dividend policies.
Payments & Settlements
Cambodia Central Bank Announces Full Liquidation of Huione Pay
08/12/2025
The National Bank of Cambodia has announced the complete liquidation of payment firm Huione Pay following its licence revocation in September 2024.
Structural Regulation
Taiwan, India Regulators Sign MoU on Cooperation, Market Access
08/12/2025
Taiwan's FSC and India's IFSCA established a framework for information exchange, regulatory enforcement, and cross-border branch expansion.
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