
Nithya Subramanian, a deputy editor at Regulation Asia, has wide experience covering the financial sector in India and Singapore. She has written extensively about wealth management, capital markets and insurance sectors tracking policy and corporate developments. Researching and writing about the South Asian diaspora settled in Singapore and the region is another area of interest. She has a post-graduate degree in English literature. Reach out to her at nithya@regulationasia.com

Trade Based Money Laundering
Singapore Charges Firm, Individuals for Tariff Evasion Scheme
18/08/2026
A local company and three individuals are accused of falsely declaring SGD 1.9 million of Chinese goods to circumvent US duties.

Liquidity Risk
RBI Ends Dollar Swap Window Early After Strong Inflows
18/08/2026
The central bank has advanced the deadline for its popular FCNR(B) swap facility, citing overwhelming response and concerns about liquidity management.

Cryptocurrency
Singapore Finalises Regulations to Adopt Crypto Tax Reporting Framework
18/08/2026
Singapore has gazetted new regulations implementing the OECD's crypto tax framework and expanding the Common Reporting Standard from 2027.

Clearing & Post-Trade
NSE and BSE Clearing Arms Launch 3-Day SLB Contracts
18/08/2026
NSE Clearing is introducing its 'R3' series for three-day settlement, a move mirrored by rival BSE Clearing to boost short-term market flexibility.

Structural Regulation
SEBI: Closing Auction ‘Here to Stay’, Securities Lending to be Revamped
18/08/2026
SEBI has ruled out a rollback of its new closing auction system but will overhaul the securities lending mechanism to address concerns.

Alternative Markets
SEBI Proposes Overhaul of Accredited Investor Framework
17/08/2026
Proposals include a manager-led accreditation route and a new securities asset test, aiming to expand the investor base for alternative funds and ease foreign access.

CBDCs
India Confirms BRICS Exploring CBDC and Fast Payment Links
17/08/2026
The RBI is also pushing for the internationalisation of the rupee and encouraging the use of local currencies in cross-border trade.

Cryptocurrency
Korea's Crypto Tax Faces Political Showdown Ahead of 2027 Launch
17/08/2026
The government is holding firm on its 2027 start date, while ruling party lawmakers are pushing for both a delay and a full repeal over fairness and capital flight concerns.

Trading & Investment
SGX Eyes Single-Stock ETFs and Regional Tie-Ups for Growth
17/08/2026
The exchange is exploring a broader product suite, including potentially riskier funds, and deeper partnerships to bolster its multi-asset hub ambitions.
AI Risk & Governance
RBI Outlines ‘New Playbook’ for AI in Banking
17/08/2026
Governor Sanjay Malhotra has urged banks to accelerate AI adoption while laying out key risks and immediate governance expectations for lenders.
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