ESG / Sustainability

    ESG / Sustainability

    SC Malaysia Appoints First Social Exchange Platform Operator

    By Nithya Subramanian | 13/02/2026

    The social exchange will provide a structured and transparent avenue for non-profit organisations to raise donations for eligible social projects.

    Securities / Derivatives

    SSE Unveils 2026 Action Plan, Pledges CNY 1.1 Billion in Fee Cuts

    By Mark Johnston | 13/02/2026

    The ten-point plan focuses on improving disclosure, ESG standards, and market services while delivering significant cost reductions for participants.

    Fintech / Regtech

    KRX Acquires AI Startup to Drive Transformation, New Growth Engines

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 13/02/2026

    The acquisition is KRX's first in its 70-year history and signals a significant strategic push into data and technology.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Budget 2026: Singapore Pledges to Boost Equities, Startups, AI Adoption

    By Nithya Subramanian | 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.

    Fintech / Regtech

    HKMA Targets AI, Cyber Risk, and Anti-Fraud in 2026 Priorities

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 13/02/2026

    The HKMA detailed five key pillars for 2026, focusing on technology risk, SME credit flow, and investor protection.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Thailand Approves Digital Asset and Carbon Credit Derivatives

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 12/02/2026

    Thailand greenlights derivatives for digital assets and carbon credits, aiming to modernise markets, boost risk management, and support climate goals.

    ESG / Sustainability

    IEEFA Urges Policy Action to Fill Southeast Asia's Adaptation Finance Gap

    By Manesh Samtani | 12/02/2026

    Report says clearer rules for green finance and strategic use of capital markets are vital for the region's climate resilience.

    Fintech / Regtech

    UK FCA, India IFSCA to Share Regulatory Knowledge, Deepen Ties

    By Nithya Subramanian | 12/02/2026

    The regulators will cooperate on sustainable finance, fintech and capital markets development, and work to strengthen regulatory ties between GIFT City and the UK.

    ESG / Sustainability

    APAC Anti-Corruption Efforts Stall, Transparency International Warns

    By Manesh Samtani | 12/02/2026

    The 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index shows a stagnant regional average, with declining scores in established democracies.

    Securities / Derivatives

    ISDA Adapts NGFS Climate Scenarios for Trading Books

    By Manesh Samtani | 11/02/2026

    ISDA has translated NGFS short-term scenarios into market shocks but notes they are less severe than supervisory stress tests.

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