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
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.
Securities / Derivatives
Saudi PIF Signs Investment Agreements with Six Chinese FIs
06/08/2024
The investment agreements totaling USD 50 billion aim to encourage two-way capital flows through both debt and equity.
AML / KYC
MAS Consults on Suspension of Certain China Remittance Channels
06/08/2024
MAS proposes to continue with the suspension announced last December and to expand its scope to include legal entities.
Securities / Derivatives
CFTC Exempts Two Singapore RMOs from SEF Registration
05/08/2024
The exemptions bring the total number of exempted approved exchanges and recognised market operators from Singapore to 18.
Market Infrastructure
MAS Forms Review Group to Boost Singapore’s Equities Market
05/08/2024
The review group will propose measures to attract more listings, review regulatory frameworks, and improve market liquidity.
Enforcement
Singapore Recovers $40 Million in Email Scam Bust
05/08/2024
Collaboration between the SPF, Timor-Leste authorities and INTERPOL led to the largest business email compromise scam recovery.
Crypto / Digital Assets
ESMA Addresses Risk of MiCA Breaches by Global Crypto Firms
02/08/2024
ESMA issued an Opinion to help crypto firms avoid breaching MiCA regulations when doing business via overseas partners.
Enforcement
Amendments to MSB Law Take Effect in Malaysia
02/08/2024
The amendments strengthen BNM’s ability to take enforcement action against unauthorised money services business activities.
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