Capital Adequacy

New Report Details Australian Banks’ Role as ‘Essential Infrastructure’

18/06/2026

New analysis details the sector's vast economic contribution, linking a strong regulatory framework to job creation and household wealth.

Emerging Prudential Risks

APRA Sets Out Minimum Expectations for Geopolitical Risk Readiness

18/06/2026

The regulator has told banks, insurers and superannuation trustees to strengthen their governance and risk management practices for geopolitical shocks.

Data Privacy

Hong Kong Launches Data Privacy Academy to Tackle AI Risks

17/06/2026

The PCPD has launched an international academy to develop privacy talent and help firms navigate complex data rules and emerging AI risks.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Australia to Ease Reporting Burden Under Financial Accountability Regime

17/06/2026

APRA and ASIC have proposed changes to the financial accountability regime to reduce administrative workloads for financial institutions without lowering accountability standards.

Structural Regulation

APRA Proposes Major Overhaul of Financial Sector Governance

17/06/2026

The regulator has released a draft prudential standard to harmonise rules, clarify board accountability, and address emerging risks across all regulated industries.

Liquidity Risk

BIS Paper Outlines Evolution of Central Bank Lending Operations

17/06/2026

New BIS paper details how central banks are recalibrating lending operations, with key implications for counterparty access and collateral rules.

Structural Regulation

Evergrande Liquidators Challenge SFC’s HKD 1 Billion PwC Settlement

17/06/2026

The liquidators are seeking a judicial review, arguing the deal with the developer's former auditor prejudices creditors and that the SFC overstepped its authority.

Structural Regulation

Hong Kong Details Five-Year Plan, 'Finance+' Strategy to Boost IFC Status

16/06/2026

The government has initiated a public consultation on its inaugural five-year plan, outlining a shift to a more "catalytic role" to align with national strategy.

Market Abuse

ASIC Proposes New Regulatory Guide on Pre-hedging

16/06/2026

ASIC is seeking feedback on draft guidance clarifying its expectations for market participants engaging in pre-hedging, aligning with global standards.