Markets & Infrastructure

Clearing & Post-Trade

Korea Brokers Urge Caution on T+1 and Dual Listing Rules

By Mark Johnston | 25/05/2026

Brokerage chief executives have asked KRX for a gradual approach to major market reforms, citing heavy operational burdens and the need for flexibility.

Structural Regulation

Philippines SEC Finalises Term Limit Rules for PSE Directors

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 25/05/2026

The SEC has finalised a governance overhaul for the PSE, imposing tenure caps and board diversity requirements to align with international standards.

Payments & Settlements

US to Review Direct Access to Payment Rails for Fintech and Crypto

By Manesh Samtani | 25/05/2026

Presidential executive order directs the Fed and other regulators to review rules that hinder fintech innovation and access to payment rails.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

New Zealand FMA Chief Samantha Barrass to Step Down in 2027

By Editors | 25/05/2026

Samantha Barrass will not seek reappointment after a term overseeing significant regulatory expansion, including the new CoFI regime.

Trading & Investment

IOSCO Proposes Good Practices to Address Trade Clustering at Market Close

By Manesh Samtani | 25/05/2026

New consultation flags operational, manipulation, and volatility risks from the growing importance of end-of-day auctions, seeking feedback on potential responses.

Credit Risk

China Tightens Oversight of Bond Rating Terminations - Report

By Editors | 25/05/2026

Regulators are requiring credit rating agencies to report issuer-requested terminations amid concerns some firms are using the practice to avoid downgrades.

Payments & Settlements

Eurobank Launches Greece-India UPI Remittances

By Editors | 25/05/2026

The Greek lender has launched a near-real-time payment service from Greece and opened a representative office in Mumbai.

Market Risk

Bank Indonesia to Tighten Rules on Retail Forex Transactions

By Editors | 25/05/2026

The central bank is lowering the monthly limit for cash forex purchases without underlying documents as part of a package to support the rupiah.

AI Risk & Governance

StanChart Faces Regulator Scrutiny in Asia Over CEO’s AI Job Cut Remarks

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 25/05/2026

Regulators in Hong Kong and Singapore have questioned Standard Chartered over its CEO’s comments on replacing staff with artificial intelligence.