Securities / Derivatives

Securities / Derivatives

FSS Korea Staff Fined for Repeated Violations of Trading Rules

By Nithya Subramanian | 11/09/2025

The regulator has penalised seven staff members for violating securities trading rules, adding to nearly 100 similar breaches recorded among its employees over the past five years

Securities / Derivatives

South Korea Reverses Plan to Lower Shareholder Tax Threshold

By Mark Johnston | 11/09/2025

Following widespread investor backlash, the presidential office will maintain the current KRW 5 billion threshold for the capital gains tax.

Crypto / Digital Assets

HK Official Offers Clarity on Treatment of OTC Trades Under Stablecoin Law

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 11/09/2025

Christopher Hui said virtual asset OTC trading institutions will not be permitted to offer stablecoins, even if those stablecoins are licensed.

Securities / Derivatives

FSS Korea Calls for Stronger Consumer Protection Governance at FIs

By Mark Johnston | 11/09/2025

New management principles are being introduced to bolster consumer safeguards and internal controls following losses from HSCEI-linked securities.

Securities / Derivatives

Indian Court Orders SEBI to Explain Withheld Documents in Jane Street Case

By Nithya Subramanian | 11/09/2025

The SAT has asked SEBI to explain why it cannot share more records with Jane Street, and to pause hearings with the firm until November.

Securities / Derivatives

Hong Kong SFC Partners DFSA on Cross-Border Fund Supervision

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 11/09/2025

The agreement between the SFC and DFSA enhances supervisory cooperation for asset managers operating between the two financial hubs.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Introduces New Co-Investment Framework for AIFs

By Nithya Subramanian | 11/09/2025

SEBI will allow Category I and II Alternative Investment Funds to create in-house co-investment schemes for accredited investors.

ESG / Sustainability

Hong Kong Developing Mandatory Assurance Regime for Sustainability Disclosures

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 10/09/2025

Regulators confirm a determined path towards full ISSB adoption, where listed companies will be required to obtain independent assurance for disclosures.

Securities / Derivatives

Shanghai and Singapore Stock Exchanges to Deepen Partnership

By Nithya Subramanian | 10/09/2025

The two exchanges are exploring new avenues for collaboration, with a focus on helping Chinese companies access global markets.