Markets & Infrastructure

Market Data & Technology

Korea Securities Depository Launches Repo Market Information Platform

By Editors | 22/05/2025

KSD launches “RP Inside” to monitor KOFR’s underlying repo market, aiming to boost transparency and inform investment decisions.

Cryptocurrency

ASIC Seeks High Court Ruling on Crypto ‘Financial Products’

By Editors | 22/05/2025

ASIC challenges Block Earner ruling, seeking High Court clarity on the regulatory scope of crypto “financial products.”

Structural Regulation

BSP Delays Rollout of FX Reporting System to Mid 2026

By Nithya Subramanian | 22/05/2025

Full implementation of the new ITRS has been deferred to allow time to “address emerging technical and report-related concerns”

Trading & Investment

China Introduces Private Equity Incentives in M&A Reform

By Mark Johnston | 22/05/2025

CSRC unveils a major overhaul of its rules on mergers and acquisitions, aiming to boost private equity participation and streamline capital flows.

Trading & Investment

Vietnam Eases Account Opening Rules for Foreign Investors

By Mark Johnston | 22/05/2025

Vietnam simplifies account opening for foreign investors, removing barriers to boost stock market liquidity and accelerate its bid for emerging market status.

Operational Risk

ISDA Urges Australian Super Funds to Enhance Risk Management

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/05/2025

Super funds should be proactive in managing counterparties and third-party suppliers, as ineffective management can result in operational losses, regulatory attention and remediation costs.

Structural Regulation

Taiwan President Seeks Establishment of Sovereign Wealth Fund

By Mark Johnston | 22/05/2025

President Lai Ching-te said the fund would involve cooperation with private enterprises to strengthen Taiwan’s international connections.

Alternative Markets

NZ ‘Golden Visa’ Applications Surge After Rule Relaxation

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/05/2025

Investor visa demand has increased following a loosening of eligibility rules, with Chinese applicants leading the rise.

Structural Regulation

Korea Tightens Disclosure Rules for Newly Listed Firms, Private Placements

By Manesh Samtani | 22/05/2025

New regulations, effective from 22 July 2025, aim to improve investors’ access to information and protect shareholder rights.