Markets & Infrastructure

Market Data & Technology

SFC Mandates Firms to Participate in Rehearsal for HKEX Network Upgrade

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 21/05/2026

Regulators are requiring exchange participants to test a significant network overhaul, with a focus on operational readiness and investor ID systems.

Cryptocurrency

Japan's SBI and Rakuten Preparing to Introduce Crypto Investment Trusts

By Nithya Subramanian | 21/05/2026

SBI and Rakuten are developing bitcoin and ethereum investment trusts, with the FSA planning a new regulatory framework by 2028.

Clearing & Post-Trade

HKEX’s OTC Clear to Enhance Member Reporting and Risk Tools

By Editors | 21/05/2026

OTC Clear is rolling out new margin simulation reports and changing how it notifies members of intra-day margin limits.

AI Risk & Governance

IOSCO Approves New AI and Market Structure Reports

By Editors | 21/05/2026

IOSCO re-elects its chair and sets its workplan, which includes forthcoming reports on AI, market liquidity, and fund valuations.

Clearing & Post-Trade

Korea to Host Forum on T+1 Settlement, Eyes 2027 Launch

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 21/05/2026

Authorities and industry will discuss the move to a shorter settlement cycle, aiming to align with global trends despite significant operational hurdles.

Structural Regulation

Malaysia Proposes Major Overhaul of LEAP Market

By Nithya Subramanian | 21/05/2026

Regulators are proposing to open the SME market to retail investors, while streamlining listing and graduation pathways for companies.

AI Risk & Governance

SEBI to Frame Rules for AI-Driven Trading, Says Chairman

By Editors | 20/05/2026

The regulator is developing guidelines to manage the opportunities and heightened cyber security risks associated with the growing use of AI.

Stablecoins

Japan Finalises Rules, Creating Legal Path for Foreign Stablecoins

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 20/05/2026

The regulator has amended key ordinances, allowing certain foreign trust-based stablecoins to be treated as payment instruments, not securities, from 1 June.

Structural Regulation

Australia Overhauls Foreign Investment Rules to Fast-Track Low-Risk Deals

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 20/05/2026

The government has announced reforms to streamline approvals for low-risk investments while increasing scrutiny over sensitive sectors and national security risks.