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
AML / KYC
Cambodia ‘Deliberately Ignoring’ Slavery and Torture in Scam Compounds – Report
30/06/2025
An investigation by Amnesty International found that Cambodian police sometimes work with the bosses of scam compounds.
Fintech / Regtech
India’s Finance Ministry, RBI Agree to Scale Up Unified Lending Interface
30/06/2025
The new digital public infrastructure is aimed at transforming credit delivery through seamless data integration and real-time access.
Fintech / Regtech
KSD Launches Testbed Platform for Security Tokens
30/06/2025
KSD plans to transition the testbed into a fully operational platform in tandem with the upcoming security token legislation.
Bangladesh Bank Expands Offshore Bank Services for Non-Residents
30/06/2025
The new directive allows OBUs to facilitate trade-related services and repatriate remittances via global payment networks.
Securities / Derivatives
Singapore Retail Investors Face Hurdles Exercising Rights: Survey
30/06/2025
The SIAS survey revealed that retail investors continue to face challenges in exercising their rights and calls for stronger protections.
Malaysia Requiring EPF Contributions for Foreign Employees from October 2025
30/06/2025
AML / KYC
Singapore’s Sheng Siong Tightens $TM Safeguards Over ML Concerns
27/06/2025
Four individuals have been arrested for allegedly exploiting the supermarket chain’s $TM system as part of a money laundering operation.
MAS to Consider Stronger Safeguards for Inter-bank Transfers
27/06/2025
Currently, with no built-in verification of recipient names, the onus is on the sender to ensure the accuracy of inter-bank transfers.
Capital / Liquidity
MAS Issues New Guidance to Strengthen VCC Governance
27/06/2025
A thematic review revealed gaps in custody arrangements, director appointments, fund management substance, and AML controls.
ESG / Sustainability
Singapore Business Federation Calls for Climate Disclosure Deadline Extension
27/06/2025
The SBF recommends extending the compliance deadline by 1-2 years to allow small- and mid-cap companies to build up their capabilities.
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