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Labuan FSA Guidelines : Compliance Function for Labuan Financial Institutions
April 2, 2026Introduction The Labuan Financial Services Authority (“Labuan FSA”), established under the Labuan Financial Services Authority Act 1996, continues to enhance… -
Things To Consider For Offering Of Broking Services For Digital Assets – Criteria & Requirements
March 4, 2026Introduction Digital asset broking in Malaysia operates within a regulated capital markets framework overseen by the Securities Commission Malaysia (“SC”)…. -
Point-of-Service QR Payments In Malaysia: Salient Obligations for Acquirers and Merchants
February 5, 2026Introduction: Development of Payment Systems in Malaysia Malaysia’s payment landscape has undergone a steady transformation over the past few decades,… -
Proposed Amendments to Guidelines on Recognized Markets – Implications on Digital Asset Exchange
September 11, 2025Pursuant to the Malaysian regulatory framework, any person intending to establish or operate a recognised market, such as digital asset… -
Powers of Competent Authorities under the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities (Amendment) Act 2024
August 26, 2025INTRODUCTION In December 2024, Malaysia introduced significant amendments to the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act… -
Consumer Credit Act: Insights Of Phased Implementation
April 24, 2025Introduction of the Consumer Credit Bill 2025 Regulations continue to be seen as critical to achieve stability in the increasingly… -
Prediction Market Platforms: Legal Analysis on Regulatory Compliance in Malaysia
February 21, 2025What are Prediction Market Platforms? Prediction markets are decentralized platforms accessible to the public, enabling participants to engage in real-time… -
Strengthening Regulatory Compliance: Updates On The Revised Guidelines On Labuan Money Broker Business
December 3, 2024Strengthening Regulatory Compliance: Updates On The Revised Guidelines On Labuan Money Broker Business Introduction On 9 September 2024, the Labuan… -
Interest Schemes In Malaysia
October 16, 2024INTEREST SCHEMES IN MALAYSIA Interest schemes in Malaysia are regulated by the Interest Scheme Act 2016 (“ISA 2016”). Introduced alongside…
