Sanday Chongo Kabange

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    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

    Resolution & Recovery

    Hong Kong Shelves Plans for Statutory Corporate Rescue Regime

    02/04/2026

    In response to strong objections against the proposed regime from labour groups and SMEs, the government has decided to retain its existing court-supervised scheme of arrangement.

    Credit Risk

    Korea to Block Mortgage Extensions for Multi-Homeowners

    02/04/2026

    The measures, part of a new household debt plan, will also impose stricter rules on P2P lenders and penalties for loan misuse.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    Australia Launches Public VASP Register Under Expanded AML/CTF Laws

    02/04/2026

    New reforms introduce greater oversight of the virtual asset sector, aligning Australia’s AML/CTF framework with global standards and increasing transparency.

    Custody & Infrastructure

    Australia Passes Law to Bring Crypto Under AFSL Regime

    02/04/2026

    New legislation designed to improve consumer protection and market integrity will require crypto exchanges and custody providers to obtain an AFS licence.

    Sustainable Finance

    New Zealand Finalises Exemption to Boost Green Bond Market

    02/04/2026

    The FMA has granted a class exemption to remove disclosure hurdles for green and sustainable bonds, aiming to grow the domestic market.

    Operational Risk

    HKMA Issues Guidance on Operational Resilience Good Practices

    02/04/2026

    The circular details best practices in ICT, cyber, and third-party risk management ahead of the May 2026 implementation deadline.

    Structural Regulation

    Malaysia Proposes Major Overhaul of Key Equity Indices

    01/04/2026

    A consultation is underway to expand the benchmark FBMKLCI to 50 stocks and align its methodology with regulatory diversification principles for investment funds.

    Clearing & Post-Trade

    ASX Finalises Dynamic Default Fund Framework for Futures Clearing

    01/04/2026

    ASX has finalised its new framework, adopting key industry proposals on recovery powers and waterfall structure but retaining its contentious sizing methodology.

    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    Australia's 2025 Scam Losses Rose 7.8pc YoY: NASC Report

    01/04/2026

    Report reveals latest scam loss statistics and highlights a shift by the Australian government towards a prevention-first regulatory model.

    Credit Risk

    Korea Launches New Microfinance Initiatives to Boost Financial Inclusion

    01/04/2026

    Three new microfinance products have been launched to provide low-interest credit to young people and vulnerable groups who struggle with mainstream finance.

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