AML / KYC

New Zealand Proposes Banks Bear 85pc of New AML Levies

16/03/2026

The government has launched a consultation on funding its AML/CFT regime, with high-risk sectors set to cover most costs via a new levy system.

Securities / Derivatives

Dark Pools Stabilise Calm Markets But May Harm Volatile Ones: JPX Paper

16/03/2026

New working paper suggests dark pool trading aids stability in low-volatility but can impair price discovery during market stress.

Securities / Derivatives

Hong Kong ICAC and HKICPA Partner to Boost Accounting Industry Integrity

16/03/2026

The agreement between the ICAC and HKICPA aims to enhance ethical standards and anti-corruption training for accountants.

Capital / Liquidity

Hong Kong Finalises New Money Lending Rules to Curb Excessive Debt

15/03/2026

New regulations will be rolled out in two phases, introducing debt servicing caps for low-income earners and mandating credit data sharing.

Capital / Liquidity

Australian Pension Giant Seeks to Overturn 30-year Borrowing Ban

13/03/2026

AustralianSuper is pushing to issue debt for liquidity, but critics warn the move could introduce unnecessary risk to the AUD 4.5 trillion superannuation system.

Securities / Derivatives

HKEX Proposes Major Listing Rule Overhaul to Boost Competitiveness

13/03/2026

HKEX has proposed sweeping reforms to its listing framework, aiming to attract more high-growth companies amid intense global competition.

AML / KYC

Former Hong Kong Councillor Jailed for Laundering Scam Proceeds

13/03/2026

The conviction for laundering HKD 590,000 highlights the ongoing risks from telephone scams targeting vulnerable individuals in the city.

Enforcement

ASIC Warns Super Funds to Match Governance to Systemic Role

13/03/2026

ASIC official criticises super fund failings in complaints handling and scam prevention, flagging increased enforcement in private credit and member services.

Fintech / Regtech

BSP Expands Open Finance Pilot for Retirement Accounts

13/03/2026

The move allows customers of four major financial institutions to open PERA accounts digitally by sharing data with a designated administrator.