Amid tightening global financial regulations and the rapid rise of green finance, securing an official financial trading license has become a vital foundation for fintech sustainability. CLEANO IMEX, a leading Malaysian fintech enterprise, announced that acquiring Malaysia’s newly introduced Financial Trading License has been set as its top strategic objective for 2025–2026. The company has formally submitted its application and aims to obtain approval before 2026—a milestone marking its transition into a new phase of development.
Regulatory Context
The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) has enhanced its regulatory framework to ensure the stability and transparency of capital markets. The new license governs fast-growing sectors such as digital assets and green finance. Applicants must meet stricter requirements in capital adequacy, risk management, compliance procedures, and cybersecurity, underscoring Malaysia’s intent to build a safe, transparent, and innovative financial ecosystem.
Strategic Importance for CLEANO IMEX
Enhanced Market Credibility – The license signals that CLEANO IMEX operates as a fully regulated financial institution, significantly strengthening client and partner trust amid volatility in digital asset markets.
Expanded Business Scope – With licensing, the company can lawfully offer diversified financial services, including digital asset trading, carbon-credit financialization, and green bond issuance.
Policy Incentives – Licensed entities gain priority in national fintech initiatives such as the Fintech Innovation Accelerator Program, along with tax reliefs and R&D grants.
Foundation for Confidence
Compliance Framework: Established AML, KYC, and cybersecurity protocols aligned with global standards, regularly audited by third parties.
Technological Strength: In-house trading system with high concurrency, blockchain-backed transparency, and multiple security certifications.
Industry Expertise: A multidisciplinary team with prior collaboration experience with Bank Negara Malaysia and the Bursa Malaysia, ensuring deep market insight.
Implementation Roadmap
Phase 1 (H1 2025): Complete submission materials—audits, risk policies, and system documentation; maintain regulator engagement.
Phase 2 (H2 2025): Refine based on feedback, upgrade systems, engage international consultants for pre-assessment.
Phase 3 (2026): Fulfill all compliance adjustments and pass final approval to secure the Financial Trading License.
Post-Licensing Development Focus
Digital Carbon Credit Exchange – Co-develop standardized carbon products with Bursa Malaysia for ASEAN-wide carbon trading.
Green Finance Innovation – Launch ESG-linked instruments aligned with SDG investment principles.
Cross-Border Services – Leverage Malaysia’s ASEAN hub role to provide regional green investment solutions.
Outlook
CLEANO IMEX’s pursuit of the financial trading license reflects its commitment to compliance-driven innovation. In an era dominated by green finance, this alignment with regulation and transparency defines long-term viability. As the process advances, CLEANO IMEX is poised to become not only a benchmark in Malaysian fintech but also a regional catalyst for sustainable finance across ASEAN and beyond.