Bursa Malaysia

Fintech / Regtech

Bursa Malaysia to Issue New Cybersecurity Rules by October

By Nithya Subramanian | 30/07/2025

Bursa Malaysia will issue cybersecurity guidelines by October as part of its response to unauthorised trading incidents that occurred in April.

Securities / Derivatives

Bursa Carbon Exchange Set to Host First Renewable Energy Auction

By Nithya Subramanian | 24/07/2025

BCX and UEM Lestra target November 2025 for pilot auction enabling transparent bidding for corporate green electricity contracts.

AML / KYC

Malaysia SC Defends Regulatory Framework for Digital Assets

By Editors | 22/07/2025

The SC has clarified its collaborative approach with BNM, highlighting existing rules and robust enforcement against illicit activities.

Crypto / Digital Assets

SC Malaysia Consults on Overhauling Digital Asset Exchange Rules

By Nithya Subramanian | 01/07/2025

SC proposes tighter asset safeguards, higher capital requirements, and a faster listing process for regulated digital asset exchanges.

Fintech / Regtech

Bursa Malaysia Forms Working Group to Bolster Cyber Resilience

By Nithya Subramanian | 24/06/2025

The industry working group will assess cybersecurity gaps and develop sector-wide best practices for safeguarding Malaysia’s capital market.

ESG / Sustainability

IFRS Publishes Jurisdictional Profiles on ISSB Standards Adoption

By Manesh Samtani | 13/06/2025

The profiles show jurisdictional progress in adopting the ISSB standards, highlighting APAC’s commitment and diverse approaches.

Securities / Derivatives

Bursa Malaysia Announces Collaboration to Facilitate ETF Listings

By Editors | 30/05/2025

The initiative aims to facilitate the listing of foreign-underlying ETFs on Bursa Malaysia and broaden the options available to Malaysian investors.

Securities / Derivatives

Bursa Malaysia Proposes Listing Rule Changes to Enhance Transparency

By Editors | 30/05/2025

Proposed amendments aim to enhance transparency in corporate distress situations and improve business efficacy for minor joint ventures.

ESG / Sustainability

SC Malaysia Launches Books to Promote Islamic Ethics and Sustainability

By Nithya Subramanian | 30/05/2025

A task force will also be set up to drive the adoption of environmental stewardship principles and responsible business and trade practices.