Nasdaq

Structural Regulation

Nasdaq Proposes Stricter Rules Targeting Small Chinese IPOs

By Manesh Samtani | 05/09/2025

Nasdaq plans to require a minimum USD 25 million in public offering proceeds for China-based firms, citing investor protection concerns.

Cryptocurrency

CFTC Clarifies Rules to Woo Crypto Firms Back Onshore

By Manesh Samtani | 29/08/2025

The advisory reaffirms a long-standing framework for foreign boards of trade (FBOTs), a move the CFTC says creates a path back to the US for offshore crypto platforms.

Stablecoins

Japan's Monex Group Considers Issuing Yen-Backed Stablecoin

By Editors | 27/08/2025

Monex Group, which owns the crypto exchange Coincheck, is exploring issuing a yen stablecoin targeting use cases in corporate payments and international remittances.

Trading & Investment

Korean Brokerages Set to Resume Daytime US Stock Trading

By Manesh Samtani | 21/08/2025

Major securities firms will restart the service after a year-long suspension, following verification of the US-based ATS provider's system stability.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Vietnam Police Charge Hahalolo Founder in Crypto Fraud

By Nithya Subramanian | 18/08/2025

Nguyen Van Ha has been accused of masterminding the PaynetCoin scheme that allegedly defrauded thousands of investors in Vietnam and abroad.

Trading & Investment

LSEG Explores 24-Hour Trading, Prompting Debate in Hong Kong

By Manesh Samtani | 22/07/2025

The move is a response to rising demand from retail investors and follows similar initiatives by US exchanges, prompting debate in other financial centres.

Structural Regulation

India’s IFSCA Proposes Tighter Rules for Appointments to Boards of MIIs

By Mark Johnston | 15/07/2025

India’s IFSCA is proposing tighter rules for board appointments at financial market infrastructure institutions in GIFT City, aiming to bolster investor protection and global credibility.

Clearing & Post-Trade

ASX Proposes Plan to Replace Futures Clearing System by Q1 2027

By Manesh Samtani | 14/07/2025

ASX has launched a consultation on replacing its Genium system with a Nasdaq platform, proposing operational and technical changes for participants.

Structural Regulation

ASX Faces Investor Split Over Dual-Class Share Proposal

By Thisanka Siripala | 10/07/2025

Australia’s largest investors express mixed views as ASX seeks reforms to attract listings and compete with global markets.