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
AML / KYC
Cambodia Drafts New Law to Bolster Crackdown on Online Scams
16/02/2026
The draft law is a high-priority move to protect the public, safeguard Cambodia’s digital economy and curb escalating technology-based fraud losses.
RBI Proposes Overhaul of Loan Recovery Norms to Curb Harassment
16/02/2026
The central bank has proposed a comprehensive framework banning harassment and setting strict conduct rules for all regulated lenders.
Securities / Derivatives
India’s IFSCA Opens Single-Window Application for Capital Market Activities
15/02/2026
The GIFT City regulator said eligible entities can obtain a consolidated registration for multiple capital market activities instead of seeking separate approvals for each.
ESG / Sustainability
SC Malaysia Appoints First Social Exchange Platform Operator
13/02/2026
The social exchange will provide a structured and transparent avenue for non-profit organisations to raise donations for eligible social projects.
Crypto / Digital Assets
J5 Warns on OTC Crypto, Payment Processor Risks
13/02/2026
Global tax authorities warn that OTC crypto desks and payment processors face rising misuse risks, calling for stronger oversight and coordination to curb illicit financial flows.
Securities / Derivatives
Budget 2026: Singapore Pledges to Boost Equities, Startups, AI Adoption
13/02/2026
Measures include multi-billion-dollar top-ups for equity market funds, expanded support for growth-stage startups, and a new national AI strategy.
Securities / Derivatives
SEBI Block NCDEX and MSEI from Launching Equity Derivatives - Reports
13/02/2026
SEBI has stopped NCDEX and MSEI from launching equity derivatives until they establish stronger equity cash markets and liquidity, reflecting caution from the regulator.
RBI Proposes Stricter Rules to Curb Mis-Selling and Protect Consumers
13/02/2026
The new rules aim to curb “dark pattern” sales practices and strengthen oversight of agency and referral arrangements.
Securities / Derivatives
MAS Expands Equity Market Development Programme to S$6.5bn
13/02/2026
The move will allow MAS to back more asset managers investing in Singapore equities and deepen capital pools in the local market.
Fintech / Regtech
Laos and UAE to Jointly Launch ASEAN Digital and AI Centre
13/02/2026
The partnerships aim to secure business transactions, modernise state administration, and strengthen technical capacity in digital technology and cybersecurity sectors.
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