Markets & Infrastructure

    AI Risk & Governance

    Abu Dhabi and Shenzhen's Futian District Partner on Financial Cooperation

    By Editors | 24/04/2026

    The agreement establishes a framework to enhance collaboration in financial innovation, AI in finance, and cross-border investment structures, including the QFLP framework.

    Structural Regulation

    South Korea to Tighten Holding Company Rules for Overseas Listings

    By Editors | 24/04/2026

    The KFTC plans to scrap an exemption for dual-listed firms, raising subsidiary ownership requirements to tackle regulatory loopholes and protect minority shareholders.

    Structural Regulation

    China IPO Hopefuls Reconsider Offshore Listings Amid Regulatory Scrutiny

    By Manesh Samtani | 24/04/2026

    Increased regulatory oversight of the VIE structure is forcing Chinese AI startups to reconsider their path to public markets in Hong Kong.

    Structural Regulation

    SGX RegCo to Mandate Pay, Dividends and Investor Relations Disclosures

    By Nithya Subramanian | 24/04/2026

    The proposals aim to enhance corporate transparency and sharpen issuers’ focus on shareholder value creation, with new rules slated for a phased implementation from 2027.

    Trading & Investment

    Tokyo Stock Exchange to Introduce Random Closing and Revamp Tick Sizes

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/04/2026

    The exchange has published a report outlining significant changes to its trading rules, aiming to improve price formation and market transparency.

    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    Another Unit of Prudential Japan Being Probed for Misconduct

    By Editors | 24/04/2026

    Former employees of Gibraltar Life Insurance, part of the Prudential group, are suspected of mishandling customer funds.

    Trading & Investment

    Hong Kong and Malaysia Exchanges to Collaborate on ETFs and Listings

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/04/2026

    The bourses announced plans for a new cross-border ETF, dual listings, and Islamic finance products to enhance regional market connectivity.

    Payments & Settlements

    RBI Proposes Overhaul of Prepaid Payment Instrument Rules

    By Nithya Subramanian | 24/04/2026

    The draft rules introduce stricter capital norms for non-banks, new wallet categories, and mandate interoperability to bolster the payments ecosystem.

    Clearing & Post-Trade

    Hong Kong Convenes Board for New Gold Clearing House

    By Editors | 24/04/2026

    The government-owned entity has convened its first board, aiming to launch trial operations this year to bolster the city's gold market infrastructure.

    Structural Regulation

    India to Overhaul Company Incorporation, Compliance Rules

    By Nithya Subramanian | 24/04/2026

    The MCA has issued draft rules aimed at simplifying procedures and reducing the compliance burden for businesses.

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