Markets & Infrastructure

Structural Regulation

BNM to Phase Out KLIBOR and Transition to MYOR and MYOR-i by 2029

By Nithya Subramanian | 17/10/2025

BNM has outlined roadmap for full adoption of new overnight benchmark rates and enhanced Shariah compliance framework.

Trading & Investment

Indonesia Eyes Higher Offshore Investment Limits for Mutual Funds

By Mark Johnston | 17/10/2025

Regulators are considering a significant increase to the current 15 percent cap on overseas assets for local funds.

Trading & Investment

ISDA Urges Japan to Address Inefficiencies in Derivatives Market

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 17/10/2025

A new report from ISDA highlights that removing barriers like low automation and uneven liquidity is key to Japan's global asset management goals.

Structural Regulation

Bangladesh to Overhaul IPO Rules, Ceding Approval Power to Bourses

By Mark Johnston | 17/10/2025

BSEC will mandate stock exchange recommendations for IPOs and introduce stricter rules to boost transparency and attract quality listings.

Structural Regulation

SEBI Extends Deadline for Angel Funds to Disclose Allocation Methodology

By Nithya Subramanian | 16/10/2025

The compliance date was moved from 15 October 2025 to 31 January 2026 following representations from the industry.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Hong Kong AFRC Fines PwC, Two Auditors Over Deficient Audits

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 16/10/2025

The AFRC says the sanctions relate to multiple, pervasive audit deficiencies in the 2010 and 2011 audits of Hong Kong-listed Dynasty Fine Wines Group Limited.

Payments & Settlements

India's NIPL and NTT DATA Sign Pact to Bring UPI to Japan

By Mark Johnston | 16/10/2025

MOU aims to allow the growing number of Indian tourists in Japan to use the popular mobile payment system.

Structural Regulation

China Imposes Export Curbs Following Dutch Takeover of Chipmaker

By Manesh Samtani | 16/10/2025

The Dutch government invoked a national security law to take control of the Chinese-owned chipmaker, prompting Beijing to block exports.

Trading & Investment

Malaysia to Expand Capital Market Access for Indigenous Firms

By Nithya Subramanian | 16/10/2025

A collaboration between the SC and TERAJU aims to strengthen fundraising readiness and leadership capacity among Bumiputera MSMEs and mid-tier companies.