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
Securities / Derivatives
Thailand’s SEC Proposes Rules for Tokenised Mutual Funds
28/01/2026
The SEC has issued draft principles to govern the sale and redemption of tokenised MF units, aiming to enable instantaneous transactions, enhance efficiency, and support the digital economy.
Fintech / Regtech
India’s UPI Set for Debut in Japan to Facilitate Payments
28/01/2026
UPI will be trialled in Japan in 2026, allowing Indian tourists to make seamless digital payments at local merchants via familiar apps, marking the network’s first foray into East Asia.
Fintech / Regtech
Bank Indonesia Reports Strong BI-FAST Transaction Growth
28/01/2026
BI-FAST processed 1.36 billion transactions worth around USD 218 billion in Q4 2025, amid a tightening of system security and the introduction of new payment features.
Fintech / Regtech
AI and Tokenisation Could Heighten Financial Stability Risks: BIS
28/01/2026
AI trading, tokenised assets, and shared platforms heighten financial market complexity, requiring stronger regulation and cross-border coordination to prevent systemic risks.
Securities / Derivatives
Singapore Governance Advocates Launch New Body to Rival SID
28/01/2026
New corporate governance organisation aims to enhance board effectiveness, practical oversight skills, and fiduciary accountability across the region.
Securities / Derivatives
India’s PFRDA Sets Up Expert Panel to Revamp Investment Rules
27/01/2026
The focus will be on strategic asset allocation, risk governance, diversification and long-term retirement outcomes.
Enforcement
US SEC Moves to Serve Summons on Adani Bypassing Indian Authorities
27/01/2026
The SEC has sought court approval to directly serve legal summons on Gautam and Sagar Adani, amid allegations linked to a cross-border corruption probe.
Enforcement
SEBI Accuses EY, PwC Executives of Insider Trading in Yes Bank Deal
27/01/2026
SEBI has issued show-cause notices to executives from EY, PwC and private equity firms Carlyle and Advent, alleging insider trading linked to Yes Bank’s USD 1.1 billion share sale in 2022.
AML / KYC
India’s FIU Cracks Down on Privacy Coins Amid Money Laundering Concerns
27/01/2026
The move marks a tightening of India’s AML oversight of digital assets, as regulators push crypto platforms to curb high-risk products and align operations with the PMLA.
Securities / Derivatives
SGX Eyes Deeper Ties With HK, Chinese Exchanges to Expand Yuan Business
27/01/2026
SGX has signalled openness to closer collaboration with HKEX and mainland Chinese bourses, as it looks to strengthen offshore yuan trading and deepen regional market connectivity.
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