Singapore vs. Dubai – A Comparison of Business Climate

The Securities and Futures Commission (hereinafter the “SFC”) has issued several circulars in the first half of 2025, reflecting a…

This APAC regulatory updates includes publication of the Countering Proliferation Financing – Industry Perspectives on Best Practices Paper, MAS Consultation…

The Securities and Futures Commission (hereinafter “SFC”) has introduced Market Sounding Guidelines (hereinafter the “Guideline”), effective from 2 May 2025.…

As Singapore’s financial sector continues to develop in size and complexity, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (“MAS”) is continually taking…

Regulatory background The Financial Resources Rules (hereinafter “FRR”) stipulated by Cap. 571N Securities and Futures (Financial Resources) Rules (hereinafter “SFO…

Regulatory Shifts for Hedge Fund Managers For the recent years, there have been growing concerns for large hedge fund managers…

This APAC Regulatory Update includes Consultation Paper on the Proposed Amendments to Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism…