Stablecoins

iM Bank Tests Won Stablecoin as Korea Readies Digital Asset Rules

26/05/2026

The Korean bank successfully completed a proof-of-concept for a won-denominated stablecoin, a move designed to secure commercialisation capabilities.

Structural Regulation

ASIC Flags Tougher Scrutiny for ASX Amid Leadership Change

26/05/2026

ASIC has signalled it will intensify its oversight of ASX, emphasising the critical national importance of its infrastructure as a new CEO prepares to take over.

Supervision & Enforcement

ASIC Appeals Dismissal of Disclosure Case Against Software Firm Nuix

25/05/2026

ASIC has filed an appeal against a Federal Court decision that dismissed its case alleging continuous disclosure breaches and misleading conduct.

Structural Regulation

Vietnam Proposes Major Overhaul of E-Trading Rules for Securities

25/05/2026

The draft circular introduces new rules for eKYC, API connectivity, and foreign investor access, aiming to modernise the country's legal framework.

Reporting & Disclosures

Indian Regulators Strengthen Corporate Governance, ESG Standards

25/05/2026

India’s securities and corporate affairs bodies have signed an MOU to enhance capacity building, policy, and research on ESG and capital markets.

Resolution & Recovery

US Federal Regulators Approve Resolution Plans of APAC Banks

25/05/2026

US agencies have reviewed the 2025 resolution plans of numerous foreign banks, finding no shortcomings in submissions from major APAC institutions.

Sustainable Finance

Singapore, World Bank Launch Programme to Bolster Carbon Markets

25/05/2026

The new initiative aims to build technical capacity and digital infrastructure to help developing nations participate in high-integrity carbon trading.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

New Zealand FMA Chief Samantha Barrass to Step Down in 2027

25/05/2026

Samantha Barrass will not seek reappointment after a term overseeing significant regulatory expansion, including the new CoFI regime.

Custody & Infrastructure

Korea Tax Service to Overhaul Crypto Seizure System After Theft

25/05/2026

The National Tax Service is revamping its procedures for seizing and holding digital assets following a KRW 6 billion security breach.