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
OJK Indonesia Adds New Entity Types to Credit Score Database
13/08/2024
The OJK said debtor-related information will become more comprehensive with the inclusion of insurers, guarantee companies and P2P lenders.
Capital / Liquidity
Taiwan FSC Urges Banks to Embrace Fintech in Lending Practices
13/08/2024
The FSC encourages banks to test the use of big data analytics and financial assessment models to replace income documentation for unsecured credit loans.
Fintech / Regtech
Taiwan FSC Launches New Policy Communication Platform
12/08/2024
The platform will be used to promote open discussions on regulatory issues in the financial industry to enhance Taiwan’s global competitiveness.
Crypto / Digital Assets
Indonesia’s OJK Unveils Roadmap for Fintech, Digital Asset Development
12/08/2024
The roadmap aims to enhance regulation, supervision, and industry growth through a phased approach, promoting financial stability and inclusion.
Fintech / Regtech
Google DeepMind Publishes Research on GenAI Misuse Tactics
09/08/2024
The researchers categorise GenAI misuse into two categories – exploitation of GenAI capabilities, and compromise of GenAI systems.
Capital / Liquidity
US SEC Investigates Banks Over Interest Underpayments
08/08/2024
The SEC is probing some of the major US banks over allegations that they systematically cheated customers out of interest on deposits.
Market Infrastructure
Vietnam, Singapore Agree to Boost Stock Exchange Cooperation
08/08/2024
The Vietnam Stock Exchange and Singapore Exchange will work together to develop products and boost stock and derivatives listings.
MAS Pledges to Ensure Allianz-Income Deal Honours Existing Policies
07/08/2024
MAS will hold Income and Allianz accountable to their commitments to all policyholders and protect their interests, said Chee Hong Tat.
AML / KYC
Singapore Parliament Passes Bill to Strengthen AML Regime
07/08/2024
The amendment bill will enable STRO to access more intelligence from government agencies and make it easier for prosecutors to pursue cases.
MAS to Adjust Remuneration Rules for Financial Advisors
06/08/2024
The rules seek to promote proper supervision of financial advisers and reduce conflicts of interest and conduct risks in the industry.
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