Anti-Money Laundering

AUSTRAC Targets Non-Enrolled Firms Under New AML Rules

01/09/2026

AUSTRAC is issuing notices to newly regulated entities that have failed to enrol under recently expanded AML laws.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Japanese Investors File Collective Mediation Against Brokers Over Account Thefts

01/09/2026

Seventy-nine victims are seeking the full restoration of their accounts, challenging the online brokerages’ policy of offering only partial compensation for widespread fraud.

Payments & Settlements

HKEX Proposes Full Settlement Services on Half-Trading Days

01/09/2026

The exchange has asked market participants to confirm their readiness for the change, which will align Hong Kong with international market practices.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

AFCA Consults on New Rules for Scam-Related Complaints

01/09/2026

AFCA is seeking feedback on proposed rules for its new role handling complaints under the national Scams Prevention Framework, which begins in 2027.

PEPs & Sanctions

HKMA Issues Updated Guidance on Politically Exposed Persons

01/09/2026

The HKMA has released revised guidance for handling politically exposed persons, encouraging a more risk-based approach and flagging upcoming thematic reviews.

Trading & Investment

Taiwan Proposes Allowing Foreign Currency Financing for US Stock Trading

01/09/2026

The FSC has unveiled draft rules to allow securities firms to offer foreign currency loans for trading US stocks and ETFs.

Reporting & Disclosures

Australia Launches Inquiry Into Non-Financial Reporting Burden

31/08/2026

The Productivity Commission will review the cumulative impact of non-financial reporting, as industry bodies call for a pause on new rules.

Anti-Money Laundering

AUSTRAC Job Cuts Raise Doubts Over ‘Tranche 2’ Effectiveness

31/08/2026

AUSTRAC is cutting staff just after its remit expanded, prompting concerns about its capacity to regulate newly covered sectors.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Cambodia Claims Large-Scale Scam Compounds Have Been Eradicated

31/08/2026

Cambodian authorities say they have dismantled all large-scale online scam compounds, but rights groups and analysts question the long-term effectiveness of the crackdown.