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    Exclusive: Australia Set to Defer Core ‘Tranche 1’ AML/CTF Reforms

    Australia is set to defer some key AML/CTF reforms until 2029, prioritising the Tranche 2 rollout and counter-terrorism ahead of the upcoming FATF mutual evaluation.

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    Exclusive: Australia Set to Defer Core ‘Tranche 1’ AML/CTF Reforms

    by Nathan Lynch

    Australia is set to defer some key AML/CTF reforms until 2029, prioritising the Tranche 2 rollout and counter-terrorism ahead of the upcoming FATF mutual evaluation.

    Trump-era Policies Create Fresh Opportunities for Japan’s Megabanks

    by Blake Evans-Pritchard

    As Japanese firms scale up in the US, the three megabanks are likewise moving to deepen client-led expansion.

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    How a South Sudanese General Regained Control of an Australian Mansion

    by Nathan Lynch

    A court judgment has allowed a South Sudanese PEP to retain control of a multi-million-dollar mansion in Victoria, highlighting the challenges facing the financial intelligence community.

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    Interpol Convenes Asian Nations to Forge Anti-Scam Centre Strategy

    by Manesh Samtani

    A five-day meeting brought together Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and the Philippines to learn from regional experts and develop national strategies against fraud.

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    Exclusive: Australia Set to Defer Core ‘Tranche 1’ AML/CTF Reforms

    Australia is set to defer some key AML/CTF reforms until 2029, prioritising the Tranche 2 rollout and counter-terrorism ahead of the upcoming FATF mutual evaluation.

    Nathan Lynch

    15 Jan 2026•7 min read

    MAS, SGX Consult on Framework for New Global Listing Board

    Separate consultations by MAS and SGX RegCo outline legal changes and listing rules to support US–Singapore dual listings under a proposed Global Listing Board.

    Nithya Subramanian

    13 Jan 2026•4 min read

    HKMA Issues Sweeping New Cloud Adoption Guide for Banks

    HKMA details enhanced principles for banks on governance, security, resilience, and exit strategies amid rising use of cloud.

    Sanday Chongo Kabange

    09 Jan 2026•3 min read

    Cambodia Arrests, Extradites Prince Group’s Chen Zhi to China

    The extradition to China on Tuesday follows a months-long joint investigation, amid US charges and a wave of regional asset seizures and regulatory actions.

    Nithya Subramanian

    12 Jan 2026•4 min read

    SGX Rebrands Equities Arm as SGX Stock Exchange

    The rebranding aligns with broader regulatory and industry initiatives to enhance liquidity, attract listings and strengthen Singapore’s position as an international financial centre.

    Nithya Subramanian

    07 Jan 2026•2 min read

    HKMA Issues New Guidance on Sales of Green Investment Products

    New FAQs clarify disclosure rules and the scope of HKMA's 2023 circular, while flagging policy gaps at some firms.

    Manesh Samtani

    06 Jan 2026•2 min read

    China Opens Consultation on Revisions to Banking Supervision Law

    Draft law extends supervision to actual controllers and significantly raises fines to tackle risks from the 'hollowing out' of banks.

    Mark Johnston

    06 Jan 2026•3 min read

    Taiwan Sets New Cold Wallet Ratios, Certification Rules for Crypto Custodians

    Regulators have set specific cold-to-hot wallet ratios and made international security certifications compulsory for virtual asset custodians.

    Manesh Samtani

    06 Jan 2026•1 min read

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    China Scrutinises Foreign Firms in Domestic ETF Market

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    Indonesia: OJK & Police Deepen Cooperation to Tackle Financial Scams

    By Nithya Subramanian

    China Lifts Whistleblower Reward Cap to CNY 1 Mln for Securities Offences

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange

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