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MAS Tightens AML/CFT Rules: Key Changes Every Financial Institution Must Know
On 30 June 2025, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) published its finalised response to consultation feedback on proposed amendments…
August 20, 2025
Managing Climate-Related Risks: A Fund Manager’s Guide
Climate-related risks pose significant challenges to fund managers. The Securities and Futures Commission’s (SFC’s) requirements, aligned with global standards, emphasise…
August 18, 2025
SFC Flags Issues in Managing Private Funds and Discretionary Accounts
In a circular titled “Deficiencies and Substandard Conduct Noted in the Management of Private Funds and Discretionary Accounts,” the Securities…
August 11, 2025
Navigating MAS Payment Services Act Changes: 2023–2025
Singapore has emerged as a global leader in payment services regulation, with the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) pioneering a…
August 5, 2025
Regulatory Updates June 2025 – APAC Region
This APAC Regulatory Update includes MAS 2024 thematic review identifies VCC compliance gaps, SFC issues circular on the prevention and…
July 28, 2025
SFC’s Cyber Security Review of Licensed Corporations
The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (hereinafter the “SFC”) released its 2023/24 Thematic Cyber Security Review of Licensed Corporations…
July 18, 2025
MAS Issues Enforcement Actions to Reinforce Compliance Expectations
In the first week of July, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) reinforced its commitment to regulatory integrity with two…
July 14, 2025
SFC Regulatory Updates - What Asset Managers Need to Know
The Securities and Futures Commission (hereinafter the “SFC”) has issued several circulars in the first half of 2025, reflecting a…
July 7, 2025
Regulatory Updates May 2025 – APAC Region
This APAC regulatory updates includes publication of the Countering Proliferation Financing – Industry Perspectives on Best Practices Paper, MAS Consultation…
June 27, 2025
Market Sounding in Hong Kong under SFC Regulations
The Securities and Futures Commission (hereinafter “SFC”) has introduced Market Sounding Guidelines (hereinafter the “Guideline”), effective from 2 May 2025.…
June 20, 2025
MAS Reminder - Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (CFT) enforcement
As Singapore’s financial sector continues to develop in size and complexity, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (“MAS”) is continually taking…
June 13, 2025
The SFC’s Financial Resources Rules – what you need to know
Regulatory background The Financial Resources Rules (hereinafter “FRR”) stipulated by Cap. 571N Securities and Futures (Financial Resources) Rules (hereinafter “SFO…
June 6, 2025
SFC’s Revised FRR Form and New Reporting Requirements for Hedge Fund Managers
Regulatory Shifts for Hedge Fund Managers For the recent years, there have been growing concerns for large hedge fund managers…
May 30, 2025
Regulatory Update April 2025 – APAC Region
This APAC Regulatory Update includes Consultation Paper on the Proposed Amendments to Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism…
May 21, 2025
Reminder of SFC’s Strategic Priorities for 2024-2026
In January 2024, the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) unveiled its Strategic Priorities for 2024-2026, aiming to strengthen…
April 28, 2025
Regulatory Update March 2025 – APAC Region
This APAC Regulatory Update includes – issuance of response to consultation paper on proposed legislative amendments to the requirements for…
April 23, 2025
Key Changes to MAS Guidelines on Licensing and Conduct of Business for Fund Management Companies
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has updated its Guidelines on Licensing and Conduct of Business for Fund Management Companies…
April 11, 2025
Key Changes to LFMC Form Filing Requirements: What You Need to Know
As part of its ongoing efforts to enhance regulatory efficiency and streamline processes, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (“MAS”) has…
April 1, 2025