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
Crypto / Digital Assets
Thailand Enacts Five-Year Tax Exemption Regulation on Crypto Gains
10/09/2025
The regulation, published in the Royal Gazette, is effective for five years and is expected to attract foreign investment while boosting the local digital asset market.
Fintech / Regtech
Singapore’s GovTech Steps Up Singpass Security to Combat Fraud
09/09/2025
GovTech’s anti-fraud team has introduced real-time facial verification on the national digital ID app to counter cyber intrusions and protect users.
Securities / Derivatives
Taiwan Banks Roll Out FX Hedging Support for Exporters Hit by Tariffs
09/09/2025
The FSC and banks are expanding FX hedging tools, credit guarantees, training programmes and online resources to help exporters manage tariff pressures and currency volatility.
Fintech / Regtech
Pakistan SEC Prioritising Digitalisation to Expand Financial Access
09/09/2025
The SECP is rolling out digital initiatives such as online account openings, product distribution and share depository integration, while also planning retail sukuk.
Capital / Liquidity
Bangladesh Issues Five Preliminary Private Credit Bureau Licences
09/09/2025
The move is expected to transform lending practices, lower default rates, and expand access to credit for millions of people.
Securities / Derivatives
Indonesia’s OJK Stresses Transparency in Use of Public Offering Funds
09/09/2025
The OJK has called on listed companies to uphold transparency and accountability in managing proceeds from public offerings, as market activity grows more complex.
ESG / Sustainability
MAS-Led Green Investments Partnership Achieves US$510m First Close
09/09/2025
Backed by global and regional investors, the fund will channel capital into renewable energy, transport, and other green projects to accelerate Asia’s energy transition.
Capital / Liquidity
Philippines to Strengthen Oversight of NBFIs with New Framework
09/09/2025
The new framework will complement existing bank regulation and align with global best practices to better anticipate risks and preserve financial stability.
Fintech / Regtech
Malaysian Parliament Passes New Law to Regulate Consumer Credit
09/09/2025
A Consumer Credit Commission will be established to regulate previously unmonitored services such as BNPL schemes and debt collection, strengthening consumer protection.
Securities / Derivatives
FSC Taiwan Offers Incentives to Attract Foreign Asset Managers
08/09/2025
The new measures include fast-track fund approvals and higher domestic investment caps for foreign firms that establish regional centres in Taiwan.
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