Sanctions

EU Proposes Sanctions on Indonesian, Georgian Ports in New Russia Package

12/02/2026

The 20th package of sanctions would also target Central Asian banks and introduce a full maritime ban on Russian crude.

Securities / Derivatives

Taiwan Proposes Easing Rules for Securities Firms' High-Net-Worth Business

12/02/2026

The proposed amendments remove the net worth requirement for applicants and expand the range of clients for structured products.

Crypto / Digital Assets

SFC Unveils Rules for Crypto Margin Trading, Perps, and Market Making

12/02/2026

The new measures, part of the ASPIRe roadmap, were announced at the Consensus 2026 conference and aim to boost liquidity for licensed crypto firms.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Japan Proposes Major Cybersecurity Overhaul for Crypto Exchanges

11/02/2026

FSA outlines a three-pronged plan of firm-level duties, industry collaboration, and public support to combat sophisticated cyber threats.

AML / KYC

Cambodia Sets April Deadline for Scam Syndicate Crackdown Operation

11/02/2026

The 'XXL' operation targets thousands amid international pressure, but critics question if the campaign will hold powerful elites accountable.

AML / KYC

US Sentences Scam Centre Fugitive to 20 Years in Prison

11/02/2026

Chinese national was sentenced in absentia for his role in a Cambodia-based 'pig butchering' fraud that used US shell companies to launder victim funds.

Capital / Liquidity

HK Family Office Count Surpasses 3,380 Amid New Tax Break Plans

11/02/2026

A new study shows significant growth as officials plan to expand tax incentives to cover digital assets and private credit, bolstering the city's wealth hub status.

Australia Launches Review of Sovereign Debt Manager AOFM

11/02/2026

Independent review to assess operations, capability and governance of the Australian Office of Financial Management following a recent internal restructure.

Securities / Derivatives

SFC Secures HK$ 57.5m Compensation from Ex-Arta TechFin Directors

11/02/2026

Court also disqualifies nine former directors for breaches of duty in a case the SFC says sends an unequivocal message on corporate governance.