Markets & Infrastructure

    Clearing & Post-Trade

    Korea Brokers Urge Caution on T+1 and Dual Listing Rules

    By Mark Johnston | 25/05/2026

    Brokerage chief executives have asked KRX for a gradual approach to major market reforms, citing heavy operational burdens and the need for flexibility.

    Structural Regulation

    Philippines SEC Finalises Term Limit Rules for PSE Directors

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 25/05/2026

    The SEC has finalised a governance overhaul for the PSE, imposing tenure caps and board diversity requirements to align with international standards.

    Payments & Settlements

    US to Review Direct Access to Payment Rails for Fintech and Crypto

    By Manesh Samtani | 25/05/2026

    Presidential executive order directs the Fed and other regulators to review rules that hinder fintech innovation and access to payment rails.

    Conduct, Culture & Accountability

    New Zealand FMA Chief Samantha Barrass to Step Down in 2027

    By Editors | 25/05/2026

    Samantha Barrass will not seek reappointment after a term overseeing significant regulatory expansion, including the new CoFI regime.

    Trading & Investment

    IOSCO Proposes Good Practices to Address Trade Clustering at Market Close

    By Manesh Samtani | 25/05/2026

    New consultation flags operational, manipulation, and volatility risks from the growing importance of end-of-day auctions, seeking feedback on potential responses.

    Credit Risk

    China Tightens Oversight of Bond Rating Terminations - Report

    By Editors | 25/05/2026

    Regulators are requiring credit rating agencies to report issuer-requested terminations amid concerns some firms are using the practice to avoid downgrades.

    Payments & Settlements

    Eurobank Launches Greece-India UPI Remittances

    By Editors | 25/05/2026

    The Greek lender has launched a near-real-time payment service from Greece and opened a representative office in Mumbai.

    Market Risk

    Bank Indonesia to Tighten Rules on Retail Forex Transactions

    By Editors | 25/05/2026

    The central bank is lowering the monthly limit for cash forex purchases without underlying documents as part of a package to support the rupiah.

    AI Risk & Governance

    StanChart Faces Regulator Scrutiny in Asia Over CEO’s AI Job Cut Remarks

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 25/05/2026

    Regulators in Hong Kong and Singapore have questioned Standard Chartered over its CEO’s comments on replacing staff with artificial intelligence.

    Structural Regulation

    China Launches Multi-Agency Plan to Eradicate Illegal Cross-Border Brokerage

    By Manesh Samtani | 25/05/2026

    Eight government bodies launched a two-year plan to shut down illegal cross-border securities, futures, and fund activities; several online brokers penalised.

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