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Securities / Derivatives
Enforcement
Pakistan Court Issues First-Ever Insider Trading Conviction
By Nithya Subramanian | 19/06/2025
A former banker misused material non-public information about his employer’s investment and disinvestment decisions for personal gain.
Securities / Derivatives
Shanghai STAR Market to Reopen to Loss-Making Tech Firms
By Manesh Samtani | 19/06/2025
The STAR Market will once again allow unprofitable technology companies to list, as part of a series of reforms aimed at bolstering support for strategic industries.
AML / KYC
Korea’s FSS Warns Public Over IPO Investment Scams
By Thisanka Siripala | 18/06/2025
The scammers impersonate licensed firms and mislead retail investors into buying unlisted shares under false pretences.
Crypto / Digital Assets
DTIF Urges Malaysia SC to Adopt DTI Standard for Tokenised Products
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 18/06/2025
The DTI Foundation said the use of the ISO 24165 DTI standard in disclosures will enhance investor protection and market integrity.
Fintech / Regtech
RBI Issues New Framework for Electronic Trading Platforms
By Nithya Subramanian | 18/06/2025
Entities seeking RBI authorisation to operate ETPs must be incorporated in India and have a minimum net worth of INR 50 million.
Fintech / Regtech
China Tightens Rules on Futures Algo Trading Including HFT
By Manesh Samtani | 18/06/2025
New regulations aim to enhance oversight, manage risks, and ensure fair trading practices in China’s futures market.
Securities / Derivatives
RBI Issues Draft Guidelines for Rupee Interest Rate Derivatives
By Nithya Subramanian | 18/06/2025
The consultation proposes expanded access for non-residents, streamlined reporting, and stronger oversight of offshore trades.
Securities / Derivatives
NZ’s FMA Consults on Class Exemption for Debt Security Buybacks
By Thisanka Siripala | 18/06/2025
The exemption would allow listed issuers to bypass certain unsolicited offer requirements, provided alternative disclosure obligations are met.
Enforcement
SFC Suspends Licensed Rep Over Undisclosed Personal Dealings
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 18/06/2025
The Rifa Securities representative failed to disclose personal securities trading via another brokerage firm for three years.
Securities / Derivatives
India, Cyprus Exchanges Partner to Boost Capital Market Ties
By Nithya Subramanian | 17/06/2025
The collaboration will include cross and dual listings of financial instruments, and co-development of innovative financial products.
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