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Sanctions
Australia Proposes New Sanctions Framework for Afghanistan
09/10/2025
The proposed autonomous regime targets the Taliban for human rights abuses and would impose asset freezes and travel bans on designated individuals and entities.
Securities / Derivatives
Nepal Task Force Proposes Reforms to Revitalise Capital Market
09/10/2025
The plan includes removing lending caps, restructuring the stock exchange via an IPO, and introducing derivatives, short selling, and securities lending.
Securities / Derivatives
Philippine SEC Chief Blames Corruption for PHP 1.7 Trillion Market Wipeout
09/10/2025
SEC Chair says a 'crisis of confidence' is hitting the market, as the AMLC freezes billions in assets linked to the ongoing probe.
Securities / Derivatives
SEBI to Review Securities Lending Rules to Boost Cash Market Liquidity
09/10/2025
The regulator is reviewing the process and design of its SLB mechanism, which has seen limited traction compared to the more popular futures market for shorting.
Enforcement
China Sentences 11 to Death in Crackdown on Myanmar Scam Syndicate
09/10/2025
The sentencing of Ming family members followed a major cross-border operation targeting vast fraud and gambling centres in Myanmar's Kokang region.
Securities / Derivatives
Korea Mandates Industrial Accident Disclosures, Tightens ESG Rules
07/10/2025
New rules will require listed firms to report major accidents and ensure ESG raters factor them into evaluations to manage financial risks.
Securities / Derivatives
SEBI Refutes Media Reports About Planned Rules for Family Offices
06/10/2025
SEBI refuted media reports that it was considering new rules for family offices, including mandatory disclosures and a new regulatory category.
ESG / Sustainability
UN-Backed Net-Zero Banking Alliance to Cease Operations
06/10/2025
The NZBA will cease operations after political pressure prompted the withdrawal of most major global banks, shifting its model to a voluntary framework.
Capital / Liquidity
Basel Committee Cites 'Significant Progress' on Final Bank Capital Rules
06/10/2025
Most member jurisdictions now have key post-crisis credit and operational risk standards in effect, the BCBS reports.
Crypto / Digital Assets
SBI Crypto Mining Pool Reportedly Hacked, DPRK Link Suspected
06/10/2025
On-chain investigators report a USD 21 million theft from the Japanese financial giant's mining pool, noting similarities to previous North Korean attacks.
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