Singapore

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Singapore Charges Fourth Executive in Probe of Illicit Nvidia Chip Exports

By Nithya Subramanian | 06/04/2026

The case highlights growing US pressure on Southeast Asian hubs to enforce export controls on advanced technology destined for China.

Structural Regulation

SGX RegCo Warns Issuers Against Delaying AGMs and Annual Reports

By Editors | 06/04/2026

SGX RegCo has noted an adverse trend in listed companies seeking extensions and has warned of enforcement action, including placing directors on a watchlist.

Market Abuse

US Charges Ten in Crypto 'Wash Trading' Scheme After Singapore Extraditions

By Manesh Samtani | 03/04/2026

Indictments follow an FBI undercover sting where agents created crypto tokens to expose market manipulation; two CEOs were among those extradited from Singapore.

Trading & Investment

SGX Announces Launch Date for APAC Government Bond Futures

By Manesh Samtani | 02/04/2026

The new USD-settled contracts are designed to provide a standardised tool for managing sovereign interest rate risk across five key markets.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Singapore Extradites Ex-Wirecard Exec to Face Fraud Charges in Germany

By Manesh Samtani | 01/04/2026

The move follows an international operation targeting a multi-million euro fraud ring that exploited the collapsed German payments firm for money laundering.

Payments & Settlements

Cambodia and Singapore Launch 2nd Phase of Cross-Border QR Payment Link

By Mark Johnston | 01/04/2026

The now fully interoperable system allows two-way payments, a key step in the ASEAN regional payment connectivity initiative.

Capital Adequacy

Singapore's New Insurance Capital Rules Take Effect, MAS Warns on Asset Risks

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 01/04/2026

The rules, finalised on 16 March, introduce changes for infrastructure investments and equity risk, as MAS signals a future consultation on reinsurance.

Tokenisation

Maybank Pilots On-Chain FX for MYR-SGD Cross-Border Payments

By Manesh Samtani | 31/03/2026

Maybank has used its permissioned blockchain for a near real-time tokenised deposit and FX transaction with a corporate client.

Structural Regulation

Latest Global Financial Hub Ranking Highlights Importance of Regulatory Certainty

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 31/03/2026

The latest index reveals a tight race at the top, with Asian centres gaining ground and a clear global demand for predictable regulation.