Monetary Authority of Singapore

Market Abuse

MAS Imposes 10-year Ban on Ex-trader for Market Misconduct

By Nithya Subramanian | 29/10/2025

MAS has barred Tang Boon Hai for 10 years following his conviction for false trading and market manipulation involving KTL Global shares.

Stablecoins

BIS Flags Divergent Rules for Stablecoin Yields in Hong Kong, Singapore

By Manesh Samtani | 28/10/2025

A new paper from the Financial Stability Institute highlights a regulatory split in Asia on crypto platforms offering interest-like returns.

Alternative Markets

Asia Taking Cautious 'Step-by-Step' Approach to Retail Private Markets

By Manesh Samtani | 28/10/2025

Regulators speaking at the ASIFMA Asset Management Conference said they are developing risk-calibrated frameworks while grappling with liquidity, valuation, and investor education challenges.

Anti-Money Laundering

Singapore Jails Ex-Julius Baer Banker in $3b Money Laundering Case

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/10/2025

Liu Ka has become the second relationship manager to be jailed over Singapore’s largest money-laundering case.

Market Abuse

MAS to Strengthen Investor Recourse in Market Misconduct Cases

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/10/2025

The proposed measures include appointing designated representatives, introducing legal funding grants, and easing procedural barriers to collective civil action.

Anti-Money Laundering

Singapore Court Jails Ex-Citibank Banker in $3b Money Laundering Case

By Nithya Subramanian | 24/10/2025

Wang Qiming has been jailed for forging documents and aiding illicit fund movements linked to Singapore’s largest money-laundering case.

Anti-Money Laundering

Compliance Expertise is Invaluable in the ‘Age of AI’

By Nathan Lynch | 24/10/2025

Rather than replacing human talent, the AI arms race is making skilled and experienced compliance professionals more valuable than ever, writes Nathan Lynch.

Cybersecurity

Singapore Unveils Twin Quantum Security Frameworks for Consultation

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/10/2025

The CSA has proposed a national blueprint to help organisations secure critical systems and financial infrastructure ahead of the quantum era.

Trading & Investment

Singapore to Unveil New Market Measures in November

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/10/2025

MAS will unveil new market and regulatory measures including expanded equity fund appointments and listing reforms to deepen liquidity and help listed companies unlock shareholder value.