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AML / KYC

India Tightens Crypto AML/KYC Rules for Crypto Firms

By Nithya Subramanian | 13/01/2026

FIU-IND has introduced new identity verification and monitoring requirements for crypto users and exchanges, as part of its efforts to contain risks linked to digital assets.

Securities / Derivatives

SGX Explores Launch of Asian Government Bond Futures

By Nithya Subramanian | 13/01/2026

The exchange has held preliminary talks with global banks on contracts linked to sovereign debt from India and Southeast Asia, targeting a possible rollout in 2026.

AML / KYC

Japan FSA Seeks Operator for Fraud Data Sharing System

By Mark Johnston | 13/01/2026

Japan's FSA opens applications for a subsidised project to build a shared infrastructure for freezing fraudulent bank accounts amid a record surge in financial scams.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Proposes Overhaul of Trading Rules Governing Stock and Commodity Exchanges

By Nithya Subramanian | 12/01/2026

The rewrite of trading rules for stock and commodity exchanges are aimed at simplifying regulations, and introducing a more principle-based framework for liquidity, market making and margin trading.

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Korea Unveils FX, Capital Market Reform Roadmap for MSCI Upgrade

By Manesh Samtani | 12/01/2026

Regulators detailed plans for 24-hour FX trading, easier investor access, and spot crypto ETFs under new "2026 Economic Growth Strategy".

Securities / Derivatives

Hong Kong: New Reporting Rules for Northbound Programme Trading Take Effect

By Manesh Samtani | 12/01/2026

New guidelines detail reporting thresholds, content requirements, and obligations for investors and brokers engaging in automated trading via Stock Connect.

Capital / Liquidity

HKMA Details Tougher Liquidity Risk Practices for Banks

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 09/01/2026

The HKMA has told banks to model faster deposit runs, ensure collateral usability, and bolster 24/7 monitoring, drawing lessons from the 2023 banking turmoil.

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MAS, IBF Working With Banks on AI Retraining for 35,000 Staff - Report

By Manesh Samtani | 09/01/2026

The government-backed initiative aims to upskill the entire domestic workforce of DBS, OCBC and UOB to mitigate AI-related job disruption.

Capital / Liquidity

RBI Consults on Prudential Framework for Bank Dividends

By Nithya Subramanian | 08/01/2026

The prudential norms will link banks’ dividend payouts to profitability and capital strength, introduce graded payout caps, and tighten oversight of profit remittances.