Structural Regulation

US Firms Push to Introduce Leveraged ETFs on Japanese Stocks

19/08/2026

US asset managers are seeking to launch leveraged ETFs tracking Japanese stocks, raising concerns about market volatility and regulatory arbitrage.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Australia Uncovers Coordinated Mortgage Fraud Across Major Banks

19/08/2026

AUSTRAC has uncovered hundreds of millions of dollars in fraudulent loans, prompting a "wake-up call" for lenders to tighten controls.

Trading & Investment

Hong Kong to Launch New Gold Trading System in 2027

19/08/2026

A new entity will launch a unified gold trading platform with pilot operations set for Q1 2027, aiming to modernise the market and connect with regulatory systems.

Trading & Investment

USD-Yuan Becomes Hong Kong's Most-Traded Currency Pair for First Time

19/08/2026

The milestone comes as total average daily FX turnover in the city surged past USD 900 billion, amid a concerted push by authorities to bolster Hong Kong's offshore RMB hub status.

PEPs & Sanctions

Australia Reports Year of Heightened Activity for Sanctions Regime

19/08/2026

The ASO’s 2025 annual report details a significant increase in autonomous sanctions, including novel measures against cyber and maritime evasion tactics.

Data Privacy

Hong Kong Data Complaints Surge 62pc Spurred by AI and Payment Risks

18/08/2026

The PCPD has warned that harvested credit card and personal details are a tradeable commodity, as the regulator launches a new programme to help firms bolster cybersecurity.

Structural Regulation

ASX Overhauls Governance Framework After Regulatory Scrutiny

18/08/2026

ASX has established fully independent boards for its clearing and settlement facilities and faces an AUD 150 million capital charge following a regulatory inquiry.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Australia Urged to Open Tax Data Access to Combat Loan Fraud

18/08/2026

A Senate committee has recommended including tax office data in the Consumer Data Right to fight rising AI-driven fraud, but the proposals face political division.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

HKEX Renews CEO Bonnie Chan’s Contract for Second Term

18/08/2026

The reappointment, approved by the SFC, includes a 20 percent basic salary increase and extends Chan's leadership to early 2030.