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    Securities / Derivatives

    Asia Taking Cautious 'Step-by-Step' Approach to Retail Private Markets

    By Manesh Samtani | 28/10/2025

    Regulators speaking at the ASIFMA Asset Management Conference said they are developing risk-calibrated frameworks while grappling with liquidity, valuation, and investor education challenges.

    Enforcement

    South Korea, Cambodia Form Task Force to Combat Online Scams

    By Nithya Subramanian | 28/10/2025

    The joint task force will focus on protecting Korean nationals from online scams run by organised syndicates in Cambodia.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Hong Kong, Québec Sign Pact to Ease Cross-Border Fund Management

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 28/10/2025

    The agreement adds Québec to Hong Kong’s list of acceptable inspection regimes, simplifying market access for its asset managers.

    Trending

    KRX Launches Central Clearing for KOFR Interest Rate Swaps

    By Manesh Samtani | 28/10/2025

    The move centralises clearing for risk-free rate derivatives, aiming to boost market stability, liquidity, and reduce counterparty risk.

    Securities / Derivatives

    CSRC Unveils 23 Measures to Bolster Investor Protection

    By Editors | 28/10/2025

    The new guidelines target fairer trading, stricter enforcement, and enhanced protections throughout the listing and delisting process.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Japan Sees Launch of First Regulated Yen Stablecoin, JPYC

    By Editors | 28/10/2025

    The fintech firm JPYC has launched a yen-pegged token, backed by bonds and deposits, under Japan's new regulatory framework.

    Sanctions

    FATF Adopts First Mutual Evaluation Reports Under New Methodology

    By Manesh Samtani | 27/10/2025

    The FATF also removed four countries from the 'grey list' and adopted new guidance on asset recovery and emerging risks from AI and deepfakes.

    Securities / Derivatives

    MAS to Strengthen Investor Recourse in Market Misconduct Cases

    By Nithya Subramanian | 27/10/2025

    The proposed measures include appointing designated representatives, introducing legal funding grants, and easing procedural barriers to collective civil action.

    Trending

    APRA Revises Governance Proposals After Industry Feedback

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/10/2025

    APRA will extend proposed director tenure limits to 12 years and walk back plans for new board independence and pre-appointment checks.

    Securities / Derivatives

    RBI Proposes Mandatory UTI for OTC Derivatives from April 2026

    By Manesh Samtani | 24/10/2025

    The proposal aims to enhance market transparency and align with global standards for reporting over-the-counter derivative transactions.

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