Securities / Derivatives

Fintech / Regtech

GIFT City Regulator Proposes Tough Cybersecurity Rules for MIIs

By Nithya Subramanian | 26/11/2025

The draft guidelines mandate strict cyber-resilience standards, including tighter controls, mandatory audits and rapid breach reporting for MIIs operating in GIFT City.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Hong Kong SFC Details Regulatory Push on Private Credit, AI, Digital Assets

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/11/2025

SFC chief outlines new OTC reporting rules, 'human in the loop' AI policy, and final steps for digital asset framework.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Moves to Open REITs and InvITs to Boost Liquidity

By Nithya Subramanian | 26/11/2025

SEBI is weighing a proposal to expand the pool of liquid mutual fund schemes in which REITs and InvITs can invest, while protecting investor interests.

ESG / Sustainability

South Korea Opens Carbon Trading to Financial Firms

By Mark Johnston | 26/11/2025

Seoul permits asset managers and banks to trade emissions credits via brokerages to boost liquidity and price discovery mechanisms.

Securities / Derivatives

Indonesia to Demutualise Stock Exchange to Boost Capital Market

By Nithya Subramanian | 26/11/2025

The proposal will transform IDX from a mutual-owned entity into a company, aiming to improve governance, promote product innovation, and deepen market liquidity.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Proposes Further Easing of Rules for 'Basic Services' Demat Accounts

By Nithya Subramanian | 26/11/2025

The consultation proposes revised valuation rules, quarterly eligibility checks and simpler consent mechanisms, aimed at reducing operational burdens.

Capital / Liquidity

CCP Global Calls for Broader Access to Central Bank Deposit Accounts

By Mark Johnston | 25/11/2025

Global clearing group urges regulators to grant PFMIs-compliant CCPs access to central bank deposit accounts to enhance financial stability.

Securities / Derivatives

Shenzhen Stock Exchange Streamlines Index Fund Listing Rules

By Mark Johnston | 25/11/2025

The Shenzhen Stock Exchange has revised its guidelines to simplify index fund development while tightening risk management and index quality standards.

Securities / Derivatives

China Mandates Inclusion of Electronic Savings Bonds in Personal Pensions

By Mark Johnston | 25/11/2025

China's finance ministry establishes specific underwriting quotas and tripartite data reporting requirements for FIs ahead of the June launch.