Nithya Subramanian
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
Articles by Nithya Subramanian
Cryptocurrency
South Korea's Crypto Tax Faces Youth Backlash Over Fairness
02/09/2026
The tax is being decried as discriminatory by younger investors, who form a large part of the market, especially after a similar tax on stocks was cancelled.
Anti-Money Laundering
Singapore to Auction Assets from S$3bn Money Laundering Case
02/09/2026
Over 80 properties and 1,000 luxury items will be sold in phases starting this month, with all proceeds directed to the state's Consolidated Fund.
Clearing & Post-Trade
Bursa Malaysia Consults on Final Phase of Securities Dematerialisation
02/09/2026
The exchange seeks to create a fully scripless environment by removing physical jumbo certificates and enhancing the role of issuers and registrars.
Stablecoins
Singapore Consults on New Licensing Regime for Stablecoins
02/09/2026
The proposed framework introduces a new licence for single-currency stablecoin issuers and creates pathways for multi-jurisdictional and foreign-issued stablecoins.
Resolution & Recovery
Bangladesh Bank Lifts Withdrawal Caps for Merged Islamic Bank
02/09/2026
Sammilito Islami Bank has been directed to allow full depositor access and guarantee no "haircut" on profits to restore confidence.
Emerging Prudential Risks
CFA Institute Urges Regulators to Address Dangers of Private Credit Market
01/09/2026
New report urges regulators to address structural vulnerabilities in private credit, highlighting risks from valuation opacity and liquidity mismatches.
Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime
Radiant World Faces Widening Probes, Lawsuits from Lenders
01/09/2026
The iron ore trader is under investigation in Singapore and the US, and is now facing legal action from lenders and a major dispute with Glencore.
AI Risk & Governance
Singapore Pledges S$220m to Boost Fintech and AI Adoption
01/09/2026
The fourth phase of its financial sector innovation scheme is strongly focused on frontier technologies and talent development.
Payments & Settlements
CIX and Carbonplace to Merge, Forging Global Carbon Market Infrastructure
01/09/2026
The merger between the Singapore and UK-based platforms aims to create an end-to-end service for carbon credits, pending regulatory approval.
Conduct, Culture & Accountability
Singapore Launches New Governance Programme for Directors
01/09/2026
Regulators and the directors’ institute have partnered on a new training programme to lift corporate governance standards across Singapore.
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