
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

Securities / Derivatives
MSCI Pauses Indonesia Index Adjustments, Flags Transparency Risks
29/01/2026
The index provider has suspended additions and reclassifications of Indonesian stocks after identifying investability issues, as IDX moves to address data transparency and investor confidence.

Securities / Derivatives
Taiwan Plans Consolidation of Four State-Backed Asset Managers
29/01/2026
Taiwan’s government is moving to merge four asset management firms into a single USD 12 billion entity, aiming to address fragmentation, build scale and strengthen its financial sector.

Fintech / Regtech
BOT Seeks IMF, WB Support to Step up Efforts Against Digital Fraud
29/01/2026
The 2026 IMF-World Bank Annual Meetings will discuss ways strengthen consumer protection and safeguard confidence in the financial system.

Fintech / Regtech
Singapore Unveils Framework to Govern Autonomous AI Deployment
29/01/2026
Singapore has introduced a new Model AI Governance Framework for agentic AI, setting out principles to manage risks while reinforcing human accountability and international cooperation in AI oversight.

Capital / Liquidity
Thailand Mandates Reporting for Major Gold Traders to Ease Baht Pressure
29/01/2026
Thailand has introduced new rules requiring large gold dealers to report transaction data to the BOT, aiming to strengthen oversight of gold-related capital flows and curb pressure on the baht.

Securities / Derivatives
Taiwan Proposes Easing Qualification Rules for Futures Industry Auditors
29/01/2026
The draft amendments would create a new pathway for professionals with CPA firm experience to become internal auditors, aiming to broaden the talent pool.

Capital / Liquidity
RBI Proposes Disaster-Relief Credit Rules for Borrowers
29/01/2026
The RBI has unveiled draft guidelines requiring banks to provide flexible loan relief, including rescheduling, moratoriums, and additional financing, for borrowers affected by natural disasters

Securities / Derivatives
Thailand 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.

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.
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