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Thai SEC sets new IPO disclosure rules

The SEC has introduced new IPO disclosure requirements, effective March 1, mandating companies to reveal the names of the top 40 share...

Singapore’s MAS calls for transparency in private banking amid rising demand

Mar 6

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Singapore’s MAS calls for transparency in private banking amid rising demand

Private banks are preparing for an expected increase in demand from affluent clients amid stricter sector oversight. With potential...

Hong Kong draws 24 crypto exchange licence applicants

Mar 5

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Hong Kong draws 24 crypto exchange licence applicants

Hong Kong’s ambition to become a global cryptocurrency hub has attracted licence applications from 24 companies, including notable firms...

Asset managers flag low tax companies as financial risks

Mar 4

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Asset managers flag low tax companies as financial risks

Asset managers are increasingly concerned about companies with low tax bills, fearing significant financial risks. Firms like Federated...

Hong Kong orders unlicensed crypto platforms to shut down

Mar 4

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Hong Kong orders unlicensed crypto platforms to shut down

Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has mandated unlicensed virtual asset trading platforms to exit the market by the end...

Asia-Pacific behind on climate change policy, says IFC

Mar 1

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Asia-Pacific behind on climate change policy, says IFC

Asia-Pacific countries are behind in climate change policy responses, said International Finance Corporation’s Riccardo Puliti. Hong Kong...

Tokyo Stock Exchange to require Japanese, English disclosures for major firms

Feb 27

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Tokyo Stock Exchange to require Japanese, English disclosures for major firms

Starting April 2025, the Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE) mandates all Prime market-listed companies to release financial statements in both...

Feb 27

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IPO withdrawals surge in China amid tighter regulations

A significant number of companies in China have abandoned their IPO plans this year as the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC)...

Hong Kong banks enhance cybersecurity to combat evolving scams

Feb 26

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Hong Kong banks enhance cybersecurity to combat evolving scams

Hong Kong’s major retail banks are set to bolster their cybersecurity efforts to shield customers from increasingly sophisticated malware...

International firms pick SG over HK for Asian headquarters

Feb 23

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International firms pick SG over HK for Asian headquarters

Singapore has become the preferred Asian headquarters for international businesses, hosting 4,200 multinational firms in 2023 compared to...

HKIFA advocates dollar-cost averaging for MPF members

Feb 21

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HKIFA advocates dollar-cost averaging for MPF members

The Hong Kong Investment Funds Association (HKIFA) recommends Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF) members adopt dollar-cost...

Philippine central bank to simplify FX transaction rules

Feb 21

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Philippine central bank to simplify FX transaction rules

The Philippine central bank is set to finalize a circular aimed at simplifying foreign exchange (FX) transaction requirements. The...

Vietnam's deputy finance minister calls for stronger stock market policies

Feb 21

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Vietnam's deputy finance minister calls for stronger stock market policies

Vietnam's Deputy Minister of Finance Nguyen Durc Chi highlighted the need for a stronger legal framework and policies to ensure the stock...

Feb 20

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Japan to ease digital asset regulations for investment firms

Japan is set to allow venture capital and investment funds to directly hold digital assets, following Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's...

Singapore's scam cases hit record high in 2023

Feb 19

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Singapore's scam cases hit record high in 2023

Scam cases in Singapore surged to a record 46,563 in 2023, despite widespread media alerts and official warnings, marking a 46.8%...

Hong Kong’s MPF digital transition set for 2025 full launch

Feb 15

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Hong Kong’s MPF digital transition set for 2025 full launch

The Mandatory Provident Funds Schemes Authority (MPFA) is set to launch its eMPF digital platform in Q2, with full functionality expected...

Philippines urged to relax foreign investment restrictions

Feb 15

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Philippines urged to relax foreign investment restrictions

Economists call for Philippine President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr.’s administration to amend the 1987 Constitution to relax foreign...

Philippines central bank may issue own digital currency next year

Feb 13

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Philippines central bank may issue own digital currency next year

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is considering launching its own central bank digital currency (CBDC) as early as next year or by...

Feb 12

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Hong Kong launches consultation on virtual asset OTC regulation

Hong Kong has initiated a two-month consultation on proposals to regulate OTC trading of virtual assets, requiring a licence from the...

Malaysia’s SC launches FSA to accelerate capital market approvals

Feb 9

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Malaysia’s SC launches FSA to accelerate capital market approvals

The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) has introduced the Focused Scope Assessment (FSA) for Capital Market Intermediaries and...

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