
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.

Securities / Derivatives
SEC Philippines Proposes Tiered IPO Float Rules to Attract Large Listings
08/12/2025
The SEC has released draft rules that lower the minimum public ownership requirement for larger companies that launch IPOs.

Crypto / Digital Assets
Australia, New Zealand to Align on Financial Regulation, Insurance Access
08/12/2025
Australian and New Zealand ministers have agreed to coordinate on payment systems and digital assets, and will establish a working group on insurance accessibility.

Enforcement
New Zealand FMA Chair Steps Aside Amid Government Investigation
08/12/2025
FMA chief Craig Stobo has temporarily vacated his role as head of the regulator pending an independent probe by the MBIE.

Fintech / Regtech
Korea Mandates New Risk Checks for Payment Gateway Partners
08/12/2025
The FSS will require firms to assess sub-contracting payment gateways to curb risks from complex online payment chains.

ASIC Extends Transitional Relief for Foreign Financial Firms
07/12/2025
The 12-month extension provides certainty as the government prepares a new licensing exemption regime for foreign financial services providers.

Enforcement
ASIC Orders FXCM to Stop Issuing CFDs to Retail Investors
05/12/2025
The interim stop order cites deficiencies in the firm's target market determination under design and distribution obligations.

Securities / Derivatives
Philippine SEC Proposes Regulatory Framework for Sukuk Market
05/12/2025
The draft rules outline requirements for issuers, Shari'ah governance, and disclosure to help develop the country's Islamic finance sector.

Fintech / Regtech
Japan Regulators Alert Firms to Rise in Corporate Vishing Attacks
05/12/2025
The alert details the methods used by fraudsters and provides specific recommendations for companies to prevent fraudulent fund transfers.

Capital / Liquidity
Australia Proposes Three-Tier Prudential Framework for Banks
05/12/2025
The plan creates a new top tier for the largest banks and introduces transition periods to support competition and growth.

Capital / Liquidity
HK Regulator, Banks Roll Out Additional Support for Tai Po Fire Victims
05/12/2025
Measures include emergency loans and a six-month mortgage moratorium on approximately 300 loans worth a total of HKD 540 million.
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