Markets & Infrastructure

ESG Data

ASEAN Exchanges Seek Regional Sustainability Data Infrastructure

By Nithya Subramanian | 28/02/2025

ASEAN Exchanges seek to develop a centralised sustainability data infrastructure for the region, and a marketplace for technology-based sustainability solutions

Trading & Investment

SFC to Relax Position Limits for Key Derivatives Contracts

By Manesh Samtani | 28/02/2025

In a bid to support market growth, the SFC is proposing to lift position limits for futures and options contracts available on three indices.

Structural Regulation

Indonesia Launches New Sovereign Wealth Fund

By Mark Johnston | 28/02/2025

The sovereign wealth fund, Danantara, will start with USD 20 billion but eventually grow to hold assets worth over USD 900 billion.

Tokenisation

Euroclear, Digital Asset Launch ‘Tokenised Collateral Mobility Initiative’

By Manesh Samtani | 28/02/2025

Euroclear is exploring how its experience in post-trade services can be extended into tokenised assets and digital collateral management.

Payments & Settlements

AliPay Allows American Express to Link Cards to Payments App

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/02/2025

Amex members can now link their cards to the Alipay digital wallet, enabling them to make payments at merchants across the mainland.

Structural Regulation

ASIC Examines Regulatory Settings for Capital Markets

By Manesh Samtani | 27/02/2025

ASIC is exploring how it can make public markets more attractive and enhance transparency in private markets.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Korea Tightens Rules to Prevent Mis-Selling of Investment Products

By Thisanka Siripala | 27/02/2025

Only designated banks will be allowed to sell complex investment products, only using sales channels that are separated from standard banking services.

Clearing & Post-Trade

US SEC Extends Deadlines for Treasury Clearing Rules

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/02/2025

The move comes after the industry called for more time to make the necessary preparations and operational changes.

Alternative Markets

Malaysia to Co-invest in SMEs via Crowdfunding, P2P Platforms

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/02/2025

A new fund is being established which will invest in companies via ECF and P2P platforms using a blended financing model.