Markets & Infrastructure

    Structural Regulation

    MAS Grants In-principle Nod to Robinhood for Brokerage Services

    By Editors | 28/04/2026

    The US retail brokerage has received initial approval from the MAS, a key step in its Asia-Pacific expansion plans.

    Trading & Investment

    Indonesia Launches Retail Investment Drive, Signals Tax Incentives

    By Editors | 28/04/2026

    OJK launched a new programme to boost retail participation in mutual funds, with the finance minister hinting at fiscal support to deepen domestic capital markets.

    Trading & Investment

    China Expands Southbound ETF Connect with Eight New Funds

    By Mark Johnston | 28/04/2026

    The expansion brings the total number of eligible ETFs to 31 and introduces the first fund offering mainland investors access to Korean technology stocks.

    Stablecoins

    AMRO Urges Regulators to Look Beyond Reserves in Stablecoin Oversight

    By Manesh Samtani | 28/04/2026

    New paper from the ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office says focusing on reserves is not enough to protect users.

    Supervision & Enforcement

    Nippon Life India Arm to Settle Yes Bank AT-1 Bond Case: Report

    By Editors | 28/04/2026

    The settlement with SEBI will see the majority of funds returned directly to investors who suffered losses from the high-risk bonds.

    Clearing & Post-Trade

    SEBI Proposes New Rules for Handling Unpaid Client Securities

    By Nithya Subramanian | 28/04/2026

    SEBI has issued draft rules to streamline processes, clarify timelines, and provide flexibility for brokers handling client assets.

    Market Data & Technology

    ICMA Expands Bond Data Taxonomy to Support DLT and Complex Issuance

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 28/04/2026

    Version 2.0 of the BDT adds over 200 data fields to enhance automation and interoperability for both traditional and digital bonds.

    Conduct, Culture & Accountability

    UK Finalises First Phase of Senior Managers Accountability Reforms

    By Manesh Samtani | 28/04/2026

    UK regulators confirmed immediate changes to streamline the accountability regime, as the government paves the way for more fundamental reforms.

    Payments & Settlements

    US Confirms Dollar Swap Line Talks with Asian and Gulf Allies

    By Nithya Subramanian | 28/04/2026

    Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said discussions are underway to provide dollar liquidity to allies, aiming to stabilise markets and reinforce the dollar’s international role.

    Structural Regulation

    India: NSE Moves Closer to IPO With INR 18bn SEBI Settlement

    By Editors | 28/04/2026

    NSE will proceed with its long-awaited IPO after a regulatory panel approved a settlement for decade-old governance cases.

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