SECURITIES / DERIVATIVES

Securities / Derivatives

Korea FSS Directs ETFs to Cut Crypto Stock Exposure

By Manesh Samtani | 24/07/2025

The FSS has told asset managers to limit holdings in firms like Coinbase and MicroStrategy, citing a 2017 policy.

Securities / Derivatives

KRX to Monitor Social Media and Online Forums

By Nithya Subramanian | 24/07/2025

New market surveillance rules taking effect this month will curb unfair trading based on undisclosed information.

Securities / Derivatives

Industry Majors Release Draft Framework for Public Blockchain Risk

By Manesh Samtani | 24/07/2025

A coalition including DTCC, Euroclear and major banks has launched a framework to help regulated firms manage non-financial risks on public blockchains.

Enforcement

UK Supreme Court Overturns Rate-rigging Convictions of Ex-Traders

By Nithya Subramanian | 24/07/2025

Tom Hayes and Carlo Palombo, once jailed for manipulating benchmark interest rates, have had their convictions overturned due to legal errors in their trials.

Securities / Derivatives

Indonesia’s OJK Issues Rules on Internal Controls for Securities Firms

By Nithya Subramanian | 24/07/2025

The rules outline stricter requirements for underwriters, brokers, and regional securities firms, focusing on due diligence and IT governance.

Securities / Derivatives

Bursa Carbon Exchange Set to Host First Renewable Energy Auction

By Nithya Subramanian | 24/07/2025

BCX and UEM Lestra target November 2025 for pilot auction enabling transparent bidding for corporate green electricity contracts.

Fintech / Regtech

Cyber Breaches at Top Indonesian Brokerages Prompt Industry Response

By Mark Johnston | 23/07/2025

Attackers exploited API vulnerabilities at two prominent securities firms in Indonesia. One of the firms reported losses totalling USD 12.3 million.

Securities / Derivatives

China Issues Rules for Hainan Cross-Border Asset Management Pilot

By Manesh Samtani | 23/07/2025

New implementation rules allow foreign individuals and institutions to buy onshore products via Hainan, a key step in opening up the free trade port.

Securities / Derivatives

Bangladesh Stockbrokers Push to Revise DSE Governance Structure

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/07/2025

Bangladesh stockbrokers are seeking reforms to the DSE’s board structure, citing political interference and weakened market oversight under the current framework.