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
Securities / Derivatives
Thai SEC Redefines Private Funds as Institutional Investors
06/05/2025
Private funds are recognised as institutional investors without a requirement to “look through” to the qualifications of the underlying investors.
Securities / Derivatives
Singapore SIC Proposes Changes to Take-overs and Mergers Code
06/05/2025
The proposed changes will enhance the competitive process of M&A deals while improving disclosures to investors and shareholders.
Crypto / Digital Assets
SC Malaysia Proposes Framework for Tokenised Capital Market Products
06/05/2025
The proposed framework will allow licensed persons and RMOs to offer or deal in tokenised products issued through approved primary market platforms.
ESG / Sustainability
Bangladesh Bank Warns of Increasing Climate Related Financial Risks
06/05/2025
Bangladesh Bank released its first climate stress testing report, revealing that flood risks could result in capital shortfalls at banks.
Fintech / Regtech
BOT to Set Strict Standards to Curb Cyber Fraud
06/05/2025
Banks and e-money firms will be liable for damages if they don’t adopt strict anti-fraud measures such as biometric verification.
Market Infrastructure
SEBI Eases Rules for Stock Brokers to Operate in GIFT City
06/05/2025
Stock brokers will be able to carry out activities in GIFT City through a Separate Business Unit (SBU) without seeking SEBI’s approval.
ESG / Sustainability
Colombo Stock Exchange Launches GSS+ Bonds Framework
06/05/2025
The framework includes green, blue, social, sustainability, and other related instruments, such as sustainability-linked bonds.
Fintech / Regtech
SEBI Consults on Framework for Orderly Exit of KYC Registration Agencies
06/05/2025
KRAs would be required to develop a Standard Operating Procedure to ensuring continuity of services in the event of voluntary exit or involuntary cessation of operations.
Fintech / Regtech
Vietnam Approves P2P Lending Trials in Fintech Sandbox
06/05/2025
The pilot establishes a regulatory testing ground for digital lending, credit scoring, and API-based data sharing. Foreign banks are excluded from participation.
Securities / Derivatives
India Enhances Framework for GIFT City Bullion Market
05/05/2025
The IFSCA has extended the trading hours of IIBX, eased entry barriers for investors, and tightened due diligence rules for vault managers.
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