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CoinShares Fund Flows: Inflows Accelerate To US$857.9m As CLARITY Act Compromise Lifts Sentiment

Date 12/05/2026

Please see attached CoinShares weekly digital asset fund flows.

Changes To Monetary Authority Of Singapore Board Of Directors

Date 12/05/2026

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) today announced the appointment of Mr Ong Pang Thye to its Board of Directors (MAS Board), for a term of three years from 1 June 2026 to 31 May 2029. MAS also announced the re-appointment of four existing Directors, including its Chairman, Mr Gan Kim Yong and its Managing Director, Mr Chia Der Jiun.

The Saudi Arabia Capital Market Authority Licenses Standard Chartered Capital Saudi Arabia Company To Conduct Managing Investments And Operating Funds Activity In The Securities Business And Its Completion Of The Commencements Of Business Requirements

Date 12/05/2026

In accordance to the Capital Market Law issued by Royal Decree No. (M/30) dated 02/06/1424H and its Implementing Regulations, the Capital Market Authority announces that Standard Chartered Capital Saudi Arabia Company has completed the commencements of business requirements to conduct Managing Investments and operating funds Activity in the Securities Business licensed as per CMA approval dated 07/11/1446H corresponding to 05/05/2025G ​

Japan Financial Services Agency: Initiatives Announced By Financial Groups To Enhance Their Asset Management Businesses

Date 12/05/2026

The Government of Japan has published "Policy Plan for Promoting Japan as a Leading Asset Management Center" on December 13, 2023.

Shanghai Futures Exchange: Notice On Self-Regulation Information In April 2026

Date 12/05/2026

Shanghai Futures Exchange (hereinafter referred to as  “the Exchange”) has been on continuous efforts in conducting self-regulation, so as to strengthen the risk management of the futures market, regulate the futures trading activities and protect the legitimate rights and interests of futures market participants. 

Real Estate Transactions Using Cryptoassets - Nikkei Stock Average Record Value: Press Conference By KATAYAMA Satsuki, Japan Minister Of Finance And Minister Of State For Financial Services

Date 12/05/2026

[Opening remarks:]

Minister)

I would like to make two remarks at the beginning. ... The second point concerns a request related to real estate transactions using cryptoassets. Specifically, it involves issuing a written request related to such transactions jointly with relevant ministries, including the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism.

Nikkei Stock Average Record High: Press Conference By KATAYAMA Satsuki, Japan Minister Of Finance And Minister Of State For Financial Services

Date 12/05/2026

Q.

Yesterday, the Nikkei Stock Average temporarily rose above the 60,000-yen mark for the first time. What is your view of this development?

New Zealand Financial Markets Authority Releases Updated Guidance That Provides More Clarity On Sustainability-Related Disclosures

Date 12/05/2026

The Financial Markets Authority – Te Mana Tātai Hokohoko (FMA) has released updated guidance that provides issuers with greater clarity on what good practice looks like for the disclosure and communication of financial products with sustainability-related characteristics.

Strengthening Cybersecurity Measures In The Financial Sector Against AI-Related Threats: Press Conference By KATAYAMA Satsuki, Japan Minister Of Finance And Minister Of State For Financial Services

Date 12/05/2026

[Opening remarks:]

Minister)

We have just concluded a public-private liaison meeting on strengthening cybersecurity measures in the financial sector against AI-related threats. The meeting was attended by Governor Ueda of the Bank of Japan, a representative from the National Cybersecurity Office, the heads and Chief Cybersecurity Officers of the three megabanks, and Mr. Yamaji of the Tokyo Stock Exchange together with the executive officer responsible for cybersecurity. I stated that, in light of recent discussions at the G7, the G20, and the IMF, this is a threat that is already upon us. The financial industry expressed the same view. In other words, as advances in AI bring change to the financial sector, new forms of preparedness are required, and management judgment will become even more important.

MIAX Option Exchanges - Update To Market Data Policies, Exchange Data Agreement, And Schedule B Data Feed Request Form

Date 11/05/2026

The MIAX Exchange Group will amend its Market Data Policies and Exchange Data Agreement to prohibit the redistribution of certain MIAX Exchange Group Market Data products.