Markets & Infrastructure

Structural Regulation

Kalshi Blocks Indian Users Following Prediction Market Ban

By Nithya Subramanian | 30/06/2026

Kalshi has added India to its list of restricted jurisdictions after the government deemed prediction markets illegal under new online gaming laws.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Cathay United Bank Chairman Resigns Amid Governance Scandal

By Editors | 30/06/2026

The resignation follows a conflict-of-interest breach at the bank's asset management arm that has triggered an FSC probe and a multimillion-dollar investor compensation plan.

Market Abuse

Hong Kong Outlines Measures to Tackle Penny Stock Risks

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/06/2026

Regulators are using a multi-pronged strategy of surveillance, enforcement, and delisting rules to combat manipulation and protect investors from market misconduct.

Payments & Settlements

Singapore Banks Launch Framework to Support Ageing Population

By Nithya Subramanian | 30/06/2026

Industry-led initiatives include wider cash access, streamlined estate processes, and new protocols for customers with cognitive decline in a first-for-Asia effort.

Structural Regulation

MAS Amends Adviser Rules for Global Listing Board

By Nithya Subramanian | 29/06/2026

MAS has updated its business conduct notice for corporate finance advisers, introducing specific due diligence provisions for a new category of internationally-listed products.

Trading & Investment

RBI Proposes Consolidated Rulebook for G-Sec Trading

By Nithya Subramanian | 29/06/2026

The RBI has released draft directions to streamline government securities trading, consolidate decades of rules, and expand market access.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

IFC Rejects Ombudsman Findings on Cambodia Microfinance Harm

By Manesh Samtani | 29/06/2026

The IFC has dismissed findings of policy breaches and borrower harm, triggering the resignation of the head of its watchdog.

Liquidity Risk

RBI Proposes Opening Term Money Market to NBFCs, Corporates

By Nithya Subramanian | 29/06/2026

The central has released draft directions aimed at deepening liquidity by expanding participation in the term money market.

Trading & Investment

Major Chinese Banks Halt Retail Gold Trading Due to Extreme Volatility

By Editors | 29/06/2026

Several major lenders, including ICBC, are ending services for retail clients trading precious metals, citing increased market volatility and risk management concerns.