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
Securities / Derivatives
RBI Probes Standard Chartered Over Derivatives Sales
19/06/2025
The RBI is reportedly concerned that some SME clients were not adequately informed of the risks associated with certain derivative products.
ESG / Sustainability
BNM and SC Launch Climate Finance Innovation Lab
19/06/2025
CFIL is envisioned as a project incubator to help meet Malaysia’s climate goals, addressing challenges in securing financing.
Enforcement
Pakistan Court Issues First-Ever Insider Trading Conviction
19/06/2025
A former banker misused material non-public information about his employer’s investment and disinvestment decisions for personal gain.
Enforcement
Philippines Launches Complaint Centre for Victims of Abusive Online Lenders
18/06/2025
The SEC also revoked the licences for 401 lending and financing companies, part of a wider crackdown on illegal and predatory lending practices.
ESG / Sustainability
New Guide Being Developed to Boost Adaptation Finance in ASEAN
18/06/2025
The joint initiative by UNEP FI, ACMF and SFIA will aim to develop a regional adaptation guide to enhance the ASEAN Taxonomy and help bolster climate finance.
Fintech / Regtech
RBI Issues New Framework for Electronic Trading Platforms
18/06/2025
Entities seeking RBI authorisation to operate ETPs must be incorporated in India and have a minimum net worth of INR 50 million.
Securities / Derivatives
RBI Issues Draft Guidelines for Rupee Interest Rate Derivatives
18/06/2025
The consultation proposes expanded access for non-residents, streamlined reporting, and stronger oversight of offshore trades.
Taiwan Tightens Rules on Life Insurers Offering Wealth Management
18/06/2025
Only life insurers that meet specific financial and compliance criteria will be allowed to offer wealth management services.
Fintech / Regtech
Thailand to Invest in AI-Powered Anti-Scam Data System
18/06/2025
The upgraded system will be operational in 2026. Meanwhile, recent measures to strengthen scam prevention have reduced losses, said Prasert Jantararuangtong.
Korea Proposes New Bill to Strengthen Retirement Pension System
18/06/2025
The bill proposes introducing a professionally managed, integrated fund model and independent fund management entities to boost returns.
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