SC chairman Datuk Syed Zaid Albar SAID Malaysian nationals lost $220mn to financial scams in the first six months of this year.
October 28, 2020The SC will invite innovative stockbroking models such as digital-only brokers and algo trading platforms. Bursa's trading and clearing memberships will be separated.
July 8, 2020The former consultant promised investors guaranteed returns but used the monies they paid for share trading in her personal account.
June 13, 2020A framework for ICOs, originally expected by the end of Q1, is now under review by relevant stakeholders, according to deputy finance minister Datuk Amiruddin Hamzah.
July 6, 2019The ICO framework covers issuer eligibility, transparency in disclosures, and utilisation of proceeds. The property crowdfunding framework was first announced in Budget 2019.
March 8, 2019Operators of electronic platforms for digital assets have until 1 March to submit an application to be formally recognised by the Securities Commission as market operators.
February 1, 2019New guidelines seek to boost retail investor participation in the ETF market by facilitating greater product innovation and allowing for the issuance of a more diversified range of ETFs.
November 27, 2018The BRIDGe working group will work to enhance operational efficiencies and service standards, promote innovation and reduce brokerage costs.
March 18, 2018New framework designed to assure investor protection, enable trustees to expand service.
October 13, 2016Securities Commission to also release list of entities able to offer peer-to-peer financing.
September 21, 2016