Securities / Derivatives

PSE Proposes Rule Changes to Boost Offshore Securities Lending

09/02/2026

The proposed framework aims to align with global standards by allowing offshore collateral management to encourage greater foreign participation in the market.

Securities / Derivatives

Japan to Link Spot and Futures Electricity Trading Markets

09/02/2026

The service, entering its second phase in August 2026, aims to simplify transactions and encourage hedge accounting for electricity futures.

Securities / Derivatives

Hong Kong to Expand Debt, RMB Markets to Cement Finance Hub Status

09/02/2026

Financial Secretary Paul Chan has outlined plans to develop the city's fixed income, currency, and digital asset markets to support China's growth.

Securities / Derivatives

Indonesia Exchange Tightens IPO Rules, Hikes Free Float Requirement

09/02/2026

New regulations introduce tiered free-float thresholds and stricter governance standards following recent market volatility and leadership changes at IDX.

Fintech / Regtech

Australia’s CBA Details AI Governance Framework in Industry-First Report

09/02/2026

New report outlines CBA's risk management processes, board-level oversight, and AI principles amid growing regulatory scrutiny of the technology.

Enforcement

Australian Broker Petra Capital Fined for Data Errors Hindering Surveillance

05/02/2026

The penalty follows a system change that made single clients appear as multiple entities in regulatory reports.

AML / KYC

ASIC Urges Super Funds to Address "Serious Gaps" in Scam Defences

05/02/2026

A review found superannuation funds lag major banks on scam warnings, prompting calls for urgent action to adopt new standards.

RBNZ Directs Deposit Takers to Enhance Risk Management Practices

05/02/2026

Thematic review uncovered weaknesses, particularly at smaller and non-bank entities, in areas such as setting and using risk appetites, internal audit and risk monitoring and reporting.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Coinbase Accuses Australian Banks of 'Systemic Debanking'

04/02/2026

Coinbase has urged lawmakers to legislate transparency measures, arguing current bank practices threaten competition and innovation in the country.