Sanday Chongo Kabange
Sanday Chongo Kabange is an experienced multimedia journalist and a contributor to Regulation Asia. He focuses on compliance, regulatory and legal issues for financial services.
Articles by Sanday Chongo Kabange
AML / KYC
Philippine Lawmaker Files Bill to Grant AMLC Wider Powers
28/11/2025
A new Senate bill aims to expand the financial intelligence unit's powers and scope to combat complex financial crime and avoid potential FATF greylisting.
Fintech / Regtech
New Zealand Banks to Compensate Scam Victims Under New Industry Code
28/11/2025
Updated industry code requires banks to adopt new scam protections and compensate eligible customers who fall victim to authorised payment scams from 30 November.
Market Infrastructure
Tokyo Bourse to Test Cloud Technology for Core Equity Trading System
28/11/2025
TSE is working with AWS and Fujitsu to explore the long-term applicability of cloud technology for its "Arrowhead" trading platform.
Capital / Liquidity
Macau to Offer Stamp Duty Relief, Higher LTV Ratios to Stabilise Property Market
28/11/2025
The government will exempt stamp duty on the first MOP 6 million and raise LTVs to 80 percent for first-time homebuyers.
Fintech / Regtech
HK Official Outlines Fintech Strategy, Focusing on AI, Shenzhen Collaboration
28/11/2025
The Financial Secretary outlined an action plan for a joint fintech hub, new AI sandbox cohorts, and cross-border payment growth.
AML / KYC
Hong Kong SFC Issues AML Warning as JFIU Prepares New STR Platform
28/11/2025
The SFC has detailed expected controls to combat layering via brokerages and virtual assets, as HKPF prepare to launch a new system for reporting suspicious transactions.
ESG / Sustainability
ASIC to Require Licensing for Operators of Employee Redundancy Funds
28/11/2025
ASIC will mandate AFS licensing for operators of employee redundancy and long-service leave funds, now dubbed 'employee entitlement schemes'.
ASIC Proposes Major Update to Financial Advertising Guidance
28/11/2025
ASIC seeks feedback on updated guidance incorporating rules on past performance, greenwashing, and social media influencers ('finfluencers').
Securities / Derivatives
HKEX Outlines Extensive Derivatives Market System Upgrades for 2026
28/11/2025
HKEX plans to enhance after-hours trading, add a new matching engine, and mandate several system upgrades for participants.
Enforcement
APRA Imposes Licence Conditions on Super Trustee Over Related-Party Fees
28/11/2025
APRA has acted on concerns about expenditure management and fees paid to the super fund's parent company, requiring an independent review.
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