Market Infrastructure

Fintech / Regtech

Vietnam Launches International Financial Centre in Ho Chi Minh City

By Nithya Subramanian | 13/02/2026

The financial centre will focus on capital markets, fintech, digital banking and new financial products to strengthen global capital connectivity and support sustainable economic growth.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Revises IT Capacity Norms for Commodity Derivatives Segment of MIIs

By Nithya Subramanian | 12/02/2026

The regulator has directed commodity derivatives exchanges and clearing corporations to maintain system capacity at least twice their projected peak load and to trigger immediate corrective action if utilisation crosses 75 percent.

Securities / Derivatives

Asia Weighs Trade-Off Between FX Market Openness and Stability

By Blake Evans-Pritchard | 12/02/2026

Indonesia’s equity shock underscores the dangers of liberalising FX markets without careful structural reform.

Securities / Derivatives

ISDA, FIA Call for Tougher Rules in CPMI-IOSCO Business Risk Guidance

By Manesh Samtani | 12/02/2026

In contrast to CCPs, ISDA and FIA are urging global regulators to adopt more prescriptive rules for FMI business losses.

Securities / Derivatives

ISDA Urges EMDEs to Develop Interest Rate Derivative Markets

By Manesh Samtani | 12/02/2026

New paper argues that robust interest rate derivative markets are crucial for financial stability and economic development in EMDEs

Crypto / Digital Assets

Japan Proposes Major Cybersecurity Overhaul for Crypto Exchanges

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 11/02/2026

FSA outlines a three-pronged plan of firm-level duties, industry collaboration, and public support to combat sophisticated cyber threats.

Securities / Derivatives

Pakistan Capital Market Adopts Faster T+1 Settlement Cycle

By Manesh Samtani | 11/02/2026

The move shortens the trade settlement period from two days, aiming to reduce risk, boost liquidity, and align with global standards.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Tightens Norms for CRAs on Cross-Regulatory Ratings

By Editors | 11/02/2026

New framework mandates clear separation of activities, enhanced disclosures, and explicit client consent to bolster investor protection and regulatory clarity.

Securities / Derivatives

HKEX Mandates Readiness Tests for New Derivatives Market Codes

By Editors | 11/02/2026

Exchange and clearing participants must confirm technical readiness by 24 April for system changes affecting stock options and futures.