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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.

Fintech / Regtech

HKMA Unveils Blueprint to Tackle AI, Quantum Risks in Banking

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/02/2026

The plan includes a new cybersecurity baseline and a quantum readiness index to address risks in advanced technology adoption.

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.

AML / KYC

Singapore to Step Up Enforcement Against NRIC Misuse from 2027

By Nithya Subramanian | 03/02/2026

The PDPC has flagged common data protection lapses, warning organisations to strengthen controls during system migrations and improve monitoring to detect unusual access patterns.

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

Chinese President Xi Jinping Details 'Financial Powerhouse' Vision

By Editors | 03/02/2026

President Xi outlines six core elements for financial strength, including achieving global reserve currency status for the Chinese yuan.

Securities / Derivatives

South Korea Deploys AI to Combat Stock and Crypto Market Manipulation

By Manesh Samtani | 02/02/2026

Regulators are launching parallel AI systems to detect pump-and-dump schemes in both capital and virtual asset markets.

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SFC Tightens IPO Sponsor Rules, Warns of Inspections

By Manesh Samtani | 02/02/2026

The regualtor has introduced new workload limits and reporting rules for banks amid a boom in listings.

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Taiwan Eyes Tax Breaks, New Regulations to Develop Wealth Hub

By Manesh Samtani | 02/02/2026

FSC links financial sector expansion to national security, while defending controversial accounting changes for the island's US$1 trillion insurance industry.