Manesh Samtani
Manesh Samtani is Editor at Regulation Asia, where he leads the editorial and research teams from Hong Kong. His work examines how regulatory change and technology are reshaping banking and financial markets, with a particular focus on digital assets, financial crime and sanctions. Manesh is a former securities industry practitioner and holds a bachelor's degree in finance and banking. [email protected]
Articles by Manesh Samtani
Market Risk
China Strengthens Market Risk Management for Commercial Banks
25/06/2025
The new rules aim to strengthen governance and improve the overall management of market risk within commercial banks.
Cryptocurrency
Japan FSA Reviews Regulatory Framework for Crypto Assets
25/06/2025
Japan’s FSA proposes to reclassify crypto as financial products, potentially paving the way for Bitcoin ETFs and a flat 20% capital gains tax.
Payments & Settlements
China Issues 19-point Guideline to Spur Consumer Spending
25/06/2025
Banks are encouraged to offer targeted support to businesses in key consumption areas. A new re-lending facility is being established.
Anti-Money Laundering
FATF Updates AML/CFT Guidance on Financial Inclusion
25/06/2025
The guidance encourages regulators and FIs to balance AML/CFT/CPF measures with access to financial services, particularly for vulnerable populations.
Supervision & Enforcement
New Academic Programmes Emerge to Address Financial Crime Skills Gap
24/06/2025
A ‘generational crisis’ in financial crime has prompted the introduction of new academic programmes that blend theory with real-world investigative skills.
Emerging Prudential Risks
South Korea Boosts Market Monitoring Amid Middle East Tensions
24/06/2025
KRX announced the formation of an “Emergency Market Operations Committee” to prepare for potential market volatility.
Cybersecurity
G7 Cyber Expert Group Publishes Reconnection Best Practices
24/06/2025
New paper sets out best practices for financial firms reconnecting after cyber incidents, emphasising a phased approach and transparency.
Anti-Money Laundering
New Academic Programmes Emerge to Address Financial Crime Skills Gap
24/06/2025
A ‘generational crisis’ in financial crime has prompted the introduction of new academic programmes that blend theory with real-world investigative skills.
Conduct, Culture & Accountability
Financial Sector Faces a Crossroads of Trust, Regulation, and AI – Report
24/06/2025
New Starling Trust report warns that a “trust crisis”, coupled with evolving regulations and the rise of AI, is creating unprecedented challenges for the financial sector.
Trading & Investment
CSRC Approves DCE’s Registration of Benzene Futures and Options
23/06/2025
The DCE said the launch will enrich the risk management “toolbox” for the chemical industry and increase China’s influence on international prices.
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