09 Oct 2026
Synera Funds launches Japan-focused Takumi+ ETF
Synera Funds has launched an actively managed ETF focused on Japanese equities, combining fundamental stock selection with a systematic futures overlay aimed at reducing volatility and providing additional return opportunities.
2h
Securitize, LG CNS partner to develop tokenised asset infrastructure in Korea
The collaboration is expected to include joint go-to-market initiatives, technical implementation, product development as well as ecosystem education.
2h
MAS issues AI-risk management guidelines for Singapore’s financial sector
The frameworks set out expectations for oversight, life-cycle risk management, third-party controls and proportionate governance.
6h
Taiwan FSC extends family office regime and relaxes insurance rules
The regulator has allowed eligible banks to provide family office advisory services outside pilot zones and introduced insurance reforms aimed at supporting the growth of Taiwan’s high-net-worth wealth-management sector.
6h
Standard Chartered to introduce institutional digital asset custody in Singapore
The planned service aims to provide custody for selected cryptoassets, stablecoins and tokenised real-world assets within a regulated framework.
7h
Thailand SEC establishes framework for crypto ETFs
Thailand's Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has outlined requirements for fund managers, custodians and brokers as part of plans to support crypto exchange-traded fund (ETF) listings on the stock exchange.
7h
China August 2026: retail structured deposits cool down
The country’s retail structured deposits market recorded a downward trend in August, with sales and issuance decreasing four percent each compared with previous year.
08 Oct 2026
Thailand SEC consults on introducing broker agent rules for securities and derivatives
The regulator is seeking feedback on proposed rules for introducing broker agents, covering due diligence, permitted activities, remuneration, supervision and investor disclosures.
08 Oct 2026
Korea’s FSC sets out regulatory changes for tokenised securities framework
The proposals set out distributed ledger standards, issuer account capital rules and new over-the-counter (OTC) licensing for tokenised securities.
07 Oct 2026
Eurex enters Asia Pacific equity derivatives market
The exchange will launch single-stock futures and single-stock dividend futures on Japanese equities in November, offering a centrally cleared alternative to bilateral over-the-counter (OTC) equity financing transactions.
06 Oct 2026
Korean investors favour US-listed ETFs in September
US-listed ETFs accounted for 18 of the 50 most-purchased overseas securities by Korean retail investors in September, according to ETFGI.
06 Oct 2026
SEI opens Singapore office to tap into Asia’s growing asset management sector
The move strengthens the firm’s regional presence and supports rising demand for asset servicing and enterprise solutions.