Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Malaysia Jails Former Consultant for Securities Fraud

31/07/2026

A former unit trust consultant has been sentenced to jail and fined MYR 2 million for fraudulent investment schemes.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

ASIC Secures Record Penalty for Misleading Financial Product Advertising

31/07/2026

ASIC has secured its largest-ever penalty against Harvey Norman and lender Latitude Finance Australia for misleading financial product advertising.

Climate Risk

Japan FSA Highlights Advances and Gaps in Climate Risk Management

31/07/2026

FSA report details how banks and insurers are managing storm and flood risks, noting refined analysis but also remaining challenges.

Anti-Money Laundering

India’s ED Files Chargesheet in INR 199bn Online Gaming AML Case

31/07/2026

Online gaming firm, Gameskraft, allegedly used bots to cheat players and laundered proceeds, with total assets seized reaching INR 24.01 billion.

Structural Regulation

Philippines SEC Launches Sukuk Framework to Boost Islamic Finance

31/07/2026

The SEC has established rules for the issuance and disclosure of Shari'ah-compliant bonds to develop the country's Islamic capital market.

Payments & Settlements

Indian Court Orders Winding Up of Paytm Payments Bank

31/07/2026

The court has appointed an official liquidator to oversee the closure of the payments bank, marking the final step in a multi-year regulatory crackdown.

Clearing & Post-Trade

Hong Kong Expands Post-Trade Infrastructure With Swiss Link, Equity Services

30/07/2026

Hong Kong’s securities depository has connected with Switzerland's SIX exchange and launched equity post-trade services, expanding its reach and multi-asset capabilities.

Cybersecurity

Hong Kong SFC Fines Luk Fook Securities HKD 2.1 Million for Cyber Failings

30/07/2026

The SFC has penalised a firm for significant cybersecurity deficiencies that contributed to a successful ransomware attack.

Cybersecurity

Thailand's SEC Investigates Data Breach at Central Securities Depository

30/07/2026

The regulator is monitoring the response after the TSD confirmed unauthorised access to its investor portal exposed personal data.