Markets & Infrastructure

Payments & Settlements

Bangladesh Bank to Roll Out Unified Digital Payment System

By Nithya Subramanian | 17/09/2025

The interoperable platform will link banks, mobile wallets, and digital services, cutting cash-use costs and driving Bangladesh towards a cashless economy.

Clearing & Post-Trade

Japan Proposes Rule Change to Widen CCP Scope for Investment Trusts

By Editors | 17/09/2025

The FSA has opened a consultation on a proposal to allow central counterparties to clear a broader range of funds, including active ETFs.

Structural Regulation

India Considers Allowing 100% Foreign Ownership of Insurers

By Nithya Subramanian | 17/09/2025

The Insurance Amendment Bill seeks to lift India’s FDI cap from 74% to 100%, alongside other changes aimed at boosting competition and protecting policyholders.

Market Abuse

Hong Kong SFC Imposes Five Year Ban on Former Citi Executive

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 17/09/2025

The SFC says Richard Heyes is responsible for a decade of serious internal control failures and dishonest practices in Citigroup Global Markets' Asia equities business.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Singapore Court Addresses 'Absolute Discretion' in Loan Agreements

By Manesh Samtani | 16/09/2025

A High Court ruling implies a duty of good faith, meaning banks should be able to justify discretionary actions and avoid arbitrary decisions.

Trading & Investment

Korea Exchange Opens 4th International Office in New York

By Nithya Subramanian | 16/09/2025

The new office is expected to expand the exchange's presence and attract global investors.

Structural Regulation

HKMA Revises Supervisory Guide on Visiting Finance Professionals

By Manesh Samtani | 16/09/2025

HKMA extends the permissible engagement period for itinerant professionals to 45 days and consolidates rules for fund depositaries.

Structural Regulation

Vietnam Simplifies Procedures for Channelling Investment Into Startups

By Nithya Subramanian | 16/09/2025

Decision by the Ministry of Finance is expected to cut red tape and accelerate approvals to boost capital flows into innovative SMEs.

Operational Risk

FSS Korea Urges Real Estate Trust Firms to Bolster Internal Controls

By Nithya Subramanian | 16/09/2025

Korea’s FSS has asked firms to set aside conservative provisions, strengthen liquidity, and tighten oversight after a review exposed weaknesses in the real estate sector.