Capital / Liquidity

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.

AML / KYC

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.

Crypto / Digital Assets

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.

ESG / Sustainability

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.

Market Infrastructure

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.

Securities / Derivatives

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.

Securities / Derivatives

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.

AML / KYC

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.

Capital / Liquidity

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.