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Securities / Derivatives

Regulatory Developments Shaping APAC Capital Markets: ASIFMA

By Manesh Samtani | 06/06/2025

ASIFMA survey reveals rising confidence in APAC capital markets despite geopolitical headwinds. The findings suggest that regulatory clarity is key.

Big Picture

BIS Bulletin Spotlights Benefits of Regional Integration in Asia

By Manesh Samtani | 06/06/2025

BIS bulletin says Asia’s regional integration, supported by finance hubs in Hong Kong and Singapore, serves as a buffer against global fragmentation.

Big Picture

Singapore Eyes Increased Financial Connectivity and Competitiveness

By Nithya Subramanian | 05/06/2025

Minister Chee Hong Tat discusses Singapore’s push to stay competitive by strengthening trust, deepening regional links, and streamlining financial regulations.

Securities / Derivatives

Europe’s Move to T+1 Settlement Will Impact Firms Globally

By Manesh Samtani | 05/06/2025

New report by Firebrand Research and DTCC reveals complexities of Europe’s move to T+1 settlement. Firms in Asia and elsewhere will face particular challenges related to automation.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Stablecoin Law Sparks Mainland Interest in Using Hong Kong as Tokenisation Hub

By Editors | 05/06/2025

Citic Securities forecasts that Hong Kong’s stablecoin legalisation will help mainland firms push their initiatives forward and attract a tokenisation boom.

AML / KYC

UNODC Flags Money Laundering Risks as Drug Crimes Surge in Asia

By Thisanka Siripala | 05/06/2025

Drug trafficking networks are increasingly turning to underground banking and digital platforms to launder drug proceeds.

ESG / Sustainability

Performance, Not Governance Ideals, Drives Acceptance of Dual Class Shares

By Manesh Samtani | 29/05/2025

Regulatory efforts should focus on fostering governance frameworks that support long-term performance and entrepreneurial vision

AML / KYC

Chinese Underground Banking Key to Global Crime – Report

By Manesh Samtani | 29/05/2025

Chinese underground banking networks facilitate North Korean hacking, drug cartels, and sanctions evasion, says TRM Labs report.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Stablecoins Offer Faster, Cheaper Cross-border Payments: BAFT Paper

By Manesh Samtani | 24/05/2025

BAFT paper says FIs should explore strategies for adopting or integrating stablecoins into existing operations.