Stock exchanges in Japan and Taiwan update regulatory oversight

Stock exchanges in Japan and Taiwan are implementing or revising regulatory frameworks to manage market volatility and ensure corporate stability.

The Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE) is considering a new re-examination system for listed companies that undergo significant business transformations. This measure targets cases where a drastic shift in business scope, combined with changes in management or control, raises concerns regarding a company's continuity, profitability, or governance. The TSE aims to prevent unfair financing practices, such as large-scale third-party allotments used to fund questionable new ventures. While not targeting specific industries, the move may impact companies shifting toward crypto-asset treasuries.

In Taiwan, the Taiwan Stock Exchange has amended its