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Financial Markets Tribunal Upholds The Dubai Financial Services Authority’s Decision To Impose A Fine On Al Ramz Capital LLC Of USD 25,000 For Failing To Immediately Report Suspicious Transactions On NASDAQ Dubai

Date 10/02/2026

The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), the independent banking, financial services, and markets regulator of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has today announced that the Financial Markets Tribunal has dismissed a reference by Al Ramz Capital LLC (Al Ramz) of a DFSA Decision Notice dated 13 June 2024.

Taiwan Futures Exchange Newsletter - February 2026

Date 10/02/2026

TAIFEX opens 2026 with strong momentum. In January, average daily volume (ADV) climbed to its highest January level on record at 2.06 million contracts, surpassing the previous January record set in 2021. Total trading volume reached 43.3 million contracts, up 92% year-on-year (YoY). TAIEX Options (TXO), the Exchange’s most actively traded product, saw volume increase 56% YoY to 17.0 million contracts, while Friday weekly Options (Friday TXO)— launched last June—recorded ADV of around 325 thousand contracts (approximately 40% of total TXO volume), helping underpin overall TXO activity

FIX Recommends Regulatory Approaches To AI In Trading: Monetary Authority Of Singapore Consultation

Date 10/02/2026

The FIX Trading Community, the industry association that manages the world’s trading language, the FIX Protocol, has proposed ten key recommendations for regulating AI in trading, in response to the Monetary Authority of Singapore’s (MAS) consultation, Consultation Paper on Guidelines on Artificial Intelligence Risk Management, which closed on January 31.

CoinShares Fund Flows: Signs Of Stabilisation Emerge In Digital Asset Flows

Date 10/02/2026

• Outflows slowed sharply to US$187m despite heavy price pressure, with the deceleration in flows historically signalling a potential inflection point.
• Assets under management fell to US$129.8bn, the lowest since March 2025, while ETP trading volumes hit a record US$63.1bn.
• Regional and asset level dispersion remained evident, with inflows into several European markets, while Bitcoin saw outflows and select altcoins, led by XRP, attracted renewed interest.

London Stock Exchange Group plc ("LSEG") Transaction In Own Shares

Date 10/02/2026

LSEG announces it has purchased the following number of its ordinary shares of 679/86 pence each from Citigroup Global Markets Limited ("Citi") on the London Stock Exchange as part of its share buyback programme, as announced on 04 November 2025.

Nasdaq Dubai Welcomes Al Masraf’s USD 500 Million Debut Bond Following Strong Investor Demand

Date 10/02/2026

• Investor demand exceeded USD 1.3 billion, representing a 2.6x oversubscription from regional and international investors.
• Total outstanding value of debt securities listed on Nasdaq Dubai now exceeds USD 147.3 billion.

ASX Announces CEO Transition

Date 10/02/2026

ASX Limited (ASX) announces today that Managing Director and CEO Helen Lofthouse will step down in May 2026, following an 11 year career at ASX. 

SGX Group Kicks Off 2026 With New Highs In January Performance

Date 10/02/2026

SGX Group (Singapore Exchange) today reported robust trading activity for January, with record exchange-traded fund (ETF) turnover and stronger participation from both retail and institutional investors driving growth in its stock market. Derivatives volume across equities, FX and commodities rose to the highest in almost six years, reflecting continued institutional demand for trusted risk-management tools.

MENA Fintech Association Welcomes Paymentology As A Member To Support The Growth Of Digital Payments And Fintech Innovation Across The Region

Date 10/02/2026

The MENA Fintech Association (MFTA), the region’s leading not-for-profit fintech industry body and globally ranked among the top four fintech associations, is pleased to welcome Paymentology, the leading global issuer-processor, as a new member. MFTA continues to play a vital role in advancing innovation, collaboration, and regulatory engagement across the Middle East and Africa.

Press Conference By KATAYAMA Satsuki, Japan Minister Of Finance And Minister Of State For Financial Services - Prudential Life Insurance Company

Date 10/02/2026

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Press reports indicate that the FSA initiated an on-site inspection of The Prudential Life Insurance Company, Ltd. on January 29 over suspected improper handling of funds and other misconduct. The reports also state that the inspection, previously scheduled for February 5, was moved forward. Could you confirm whether this is accurate? In addition, please share your views on the case and the FSA’s policy response.