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
Fintech / Regtech
Four Firms Apply for Internet-Only Bank Licences in Korea
02/04/2025
A final decision on the preliminary licensing is expected in June 2025, pending review by the FSS and an independent external assessment committee.
ESG / Sustainability
SEBI Introduces “Green Credit Programme” Disclosures for Listed Companies
01/04/2025
The new framework allows businesses to opt for assessment or assurance, and defers value chain disclosures by a year.
Securities / Derivatives
SEBI Implements Intraday Monitoring of Index Derivative Limits
01/04/2025
From 1 April 2025, exchanges must take at least four position snapshots daily. However, SEBI breaches will not result in penalties until further notice.
Crypto / Digital Assets
Thailand Launches G-Token Initiative to Attract Retail Investors
01/04/2025
The initiative will involve transforming government bond assets into so-called G-Tokens and allowing access for retail investors.
Market Infrastructure
SEBI Extends Cybersecurity Compliance Deadline Again
01/04/2025
SEBI has extended the deadline for REs to implement the cybersecurity framework until 30 June 2025, providing additional time for compliance.
Capital / Liquidity
MAS Proposes Refinements to RBC 2 Framework for Insurers
01/04/2025
The proposals include a counter-cyclical adjustment for equity investment risk and stricter criteria for capital instruments.
BNM Finalises Policy on Complaints Handling
01/04/2025
The policy document sets out requirements for firms to establish fair, effective and transparent complaints handling mechanisms.
Securities / Derivatives
SEBI Proposes New Guidelines for Expiry Days of Equity Derivatives
01/04/2025
The proposed new guidelines aim to reduce concentration risk, improve market stability, and enhance investor protection.
Securities / Derivatives
SC Malaysia Updates Guidelines for Share Offerings by Unlisted Public Companies
01/04/2025
The guidelines address concerns over information quality, disclosure standards, and the offering of shares to retail investors.
Crypto / Digital Assets
Thai SEC Files Criminal Complaints Against Crypto Firms OKX and XT.COM
31/03/2025
The SEC alleges that OKX and XT.COM promoted their platforms to Thai investors without proper authorisation, in violation of the Digital Asset Act.
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