United States SEC Proposes Updated “Small Entity” Thresholds Under Regulatory Flexibility Act

by Mikhail Zavalko | Jan 8, 2026 | AI News

On 7 January 2026, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission proposed amendments to its rules defining “small entities” for purposes of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. The proposal covers registered investment companies, investment advisers, and business development...

Monetary Authority of Singapore Sets Regulatory Direction for Equity Market Liquidity, Listings, and Cross-Border Integration at STI 60th Anniversary

by Mikhail Zavalko | Jan 8, 2026 | AI News

On 5 January 2026, the Monetary Authority of Singapore articulated a regulatory and market-development stance at the Straits Times Index 60th Anniversary celebration. The opening remarks were delivered by Mr Chee Hong Tat, Minister for National Development and Deputy...

United States SEC Leadership Issues Statement on Departure of Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw

by Mikhail Zavalko | Jan 7, 2026 | AI News

On 2 January 2026, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission acknowledged the conclusion of Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw’s term of service. The statement was jointly delivered by Chairman Paul S. Atkins, Commissioner Hester M. Peirce, and Commissioner Mark T....

United States SEC–FINRA–MSRB Announce Joint Virtual Compliance Outreach for Municipal Market Professionals on 21 January 2026

by Mikhail Zavalko | Jan 7, 2026 | AI News

The United States regulatory authorities announced a joint virtual compliance outreach programme for municipal market professionals. The initiative is led by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (US SEC), in collaboration with the Financial Industry Regulatory...

Change in Board Roster at the Monetary Authority of Singapore With Effect From 1 January 2026

by Mikhail Zavalko | Jan 5, 2026 | AI News

Monetary Authority of Singapore announced an updated Board roster with effect from 1 January 2026. The Board will be chaired by Mr Gan Kim Yong, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade and Industry, supported by senior ministers, statutory office holders, and...

Monetary Authority of Singapore: Heng Swee Keat Steps Down from MAS Board After Two Decades Change in Board Composition

by Mikhail Zavalko | Jan 5, 2026 | AI News

On 5 January 2026, the Monetary Authority of Singapore, announced that Mr Heng Swee Keat has relinquished his position with effect from 1 January 2026. The MAS Board, chaired by Mr Gan Kim Yong, formally acknowledged Mr Heng’s extensive contributions over a period...