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Securities / Derivatives
WFE Unveils New Index for Benchmarking Global IPO Rules
By Nithya Subramanian | 05/02/2026
The new "Listing Stringency Index" tracks IPO rules worldwide, showing how exchanges balance investor safeguards with market access.

Securities / Derivatives
Osaka Exchange Selects Technology for Derivatives Platform Overhaul
By Editors | 05/02/2026
The new J-GATE4.0 system, set for 2028, will use Nasdaq trading and surveillance technology to boost market integrity.

Trending
HK Official Details Bond Market Reforms, Eyes E-Trading and CGB Futures
By Manesh Samtani | 05/02/2026
Regulators are studying an electronic trading platform, preparing to launch offshore CGB futures, and exploring wider use of tokenised bonds.

Market Infrastructure
UK and China Launch Technical Dialogue, Designate New RMB Clearing Bank
By Mark Johnston | 05/02/2026
Regulators establish technical cooperation on stability and supervision while designating Bank of China’s London Branch as a second RMB clearing bank.

Fintech / Regtech
New Zealand FMA Identifies Operational Risks at P2P Lending Firms
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/02/2026
A thematic review identified weaknesses in outsourcing due diligence, technology frameworks, and business continuity testing.

Securities / Derivatives
Singapore Equities Market Review Initiatives Show 'Initial Success'
By Nithya Subramanian | 04/02/2026
Chee Hong Tat told Parliament that early signs of a market revival are emerging, but lasting progress will require a multi-year effort and discipline.
Securities / Derivatives
India’s Budget 2026 Raises Derivatives Trading Taxes to Curb Speculation
By Nithya Subramanian | 03/02/2026
The government has increased transaction taxes on equity derivatives to rein in speculative trading, a move that has raised questions over liquidity, hedging costs and investor participation.

Market Infrastructure
Hong Kong Law Reform Commission Eyes Update to Cybercrime Law
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 03/02/2026
Report recommends five new cyber-dependent offences, expanded jurisdiction, and a formal accreditation regime for cybersecurity practitioners.

Market Infrastructure
US Pressures China on 'Undervalued' Yuan, Adds Thailand to FX Watchlist
By Manesh Samtani | 03/02/2026
Semiannual report stops short of 'manipulator' label but toughens language on China and expands criteria for currency practice scrutiny.

Market Infrastructure
Hong Kong to Align First Five-Year Plan with Mainland China Blueprint
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 03/02/2026
Hong Kong will create its first five-year development framework, personally led by its chief executive, to synchronise with Mainland China's national strategy.
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