Market Infrastructure

    Securities / Derivatives

    SEBI Revises IT Capacity Norms for Commodity Derivatives Segment of MIIs

    By Nithya Subramanian | 12/02/2026

    The regulator has directed commodity derivatives exchanges and clearing corporations to maintain system capacity at least twice their projected peak load and to trigger immediate corrective action if utilisation crosses 75 percent.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Asia Weighs Trade-Off Between FX Market Openness and Stability

    By Blake Evans-Pritchard | 12/02/2026

    Indonesia’s equity shock underscores the dangers of liberalising FX markets without careful structural reform.

    Securities / Derivatives

    ISDA, FIA Call for Tougher Rules in CPMI-IOSCO Business Risk Guidance

    By Manesh Samtani | 12/02/2026

    In contrast to CCPs, ISDA and FIA are urging global regulators to adopt more prescriptive rules for FMI business losses.

    Securities / Derivatives

    ISDA Urges EMDEs to Develop Interest Rate Derivative Markets

    By Manesh Samtani | 12/02/2026

    New paper argues that robust interest rate derivative markets are crucial for financial stability and economic development in EMDEs

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    Japan Proposes Major Cybersecurity Overhaul for Crypto Exchanges

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 11/02/2026

    FSA outlines a three-pronged plan of firm-level duties, industry collaboration, and public support to combat sophisticated cyber threats.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Pakistan Capital Market Adopts Faster T+1 Settlement Cycle

    By Manesh Samtani | 11/02/2026

    The move shortens the trade settlement period from two days, aiming to reduce risk, boost liquidity, and align with global standards.

    Securities / Derivatives

    SEBI Tightens Norms for CRAs on Cross-Regulatory Ratings

    By Editors | 11/02/2026

    New framework mandates clear separation of activities, enhanced disclosures, and explicit client consent to bolster investor protection and regulatory clarity.

    Securities / Derivatives

    HKEX Mandates Readiness Tests for New Derivatives Market Codes

    By Editors | 11/02/2026

    Exchange and clearing participants must confirm technical readiness by 24 April for system changes affecting stock options and futures.

    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.

    Securities / Derivatives

    ASX Chief Helen Lofthouse to Step Down in May 2026

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 11/02/2026

    The departure comes as the ASX prepares for the first phase of its reset CHESS project and faces a regulatory probe.

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