Securities / Derivatives

    Enforcement

    KRX Proposes Individual-Based Monitoring to Curb Illegal Trading

    By Mark Johnston | 20/08/2025

    The bourse operator plans a new data submission requirement for members to better detect links between accounts held by individuals.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Guangzhou Unveils Reforms to Boost Nansha's GBA Hub Ambitions

    By Manesh Samtani | 20/08/2025

    Guangzhou unveils 88 measures to bolster Nansha as a GBA financial hub, focusing on cross-border cooperation, innovation, and regulatory enhancements.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Thailand’s BOI, SET Launch Initiative to Drive Multinational Listings

    By Nithya Subramanian | 20/08/2025

    The collaboration aims to promote listings, attract foreign investment, and support efficiency upgrades in key sectors.

    Market Infrastructure

    BSP Issues Rules to Keep Markets Open During Holidays

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 20/08/2025

    The new rules require payment systems, FX trading and clearing to continue on local holidays, with exceptions only for nationwide shutdowns.

    Fintech / Regtech

    FSS Korea to Build Surveillance System for New ATS Nextrade

    By Mark Johnston | 20/08/2025

    FSS Korea is developing a direct monitoring system for Nextrade amid rising volumes and unfair trading concerns.

    Market Infrastructure

    SEBI Extends Deadline for New Margin Pledge Framework

    By Nithya Subramanian | 19/08/2025

    SEBI has delayed the rollout of its new pledge-and-re-pledge margin framework to 10 October, giving intermediaries more time to upgrade systems and implement changes.

    Securities / Derivatives

    India's MCX Overhauls Nickel Futures Contract to Boost Liquidity

    By Editors | 19/08/2025

    MCX has reduced the contract size and changed expiry and delivery rules to align with global standards and attract smaller participants.

    AML / KYC

    Japan Brokers Seeking to Target Cybercriminals for Fraudulent Trades

    By Editors | 19/08/2025

    The JSDA is exploring ways to suspend perpetrator accounts as regulators mandate stronger security measures like MFA and breach notifications.

    Securities / Derivatives

    SEBI Proposes to Ease IPO and Shareholding Rules for Large Firms

    By Editors | 19/08/2025

    SEBI is considering allowing smaller initial floats and longer compliance timelines to encourage mega-cap companies to list domestically.

    Securities / Derivatives

    SEBI Proposes Phased Rollout for New Index Derivative Rules

    By Editors | 19/08/2025

    SEBI is consulting on a 'glide path' to adjust popular but non-compliant indices like Nifty Bank to avoid market disruption.

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