Securities / Derivatives

Hong Kong Set to Expand Carried Interest Tax Exemption

30/03/2026

The government plans to amend rules to extend the zero percent tax rate beyond private equity, aiming to attract more funds and family offices.

Crypto / Digital Assets

KRW Stablecoin Futures Set to Challenge Offshore NDF Market

29/03/2026

A new perpetual futures contract for the Korean Won, settled in stablecoins, aims to bring transparency to the opaque offshore derivatives market.

Securities / Derivatives

Hong Kong Woos Central Banks for Gold Hub Initiative

29/03/2026

The city is inviting Belt and Road nations to a new government-run clearing system in a bid to challenge London.

AML / KYC

Hong Kong IA Targets Agent Conduct with New Accountability Rules

29/03/2026

The regulator's latest review introduces commission spreading requirements, holds senior agents accountable for their teams, and warns on social media use.

AML / KYC

Korea Launches New Taskforce to Combat Voice Phishing Scams

27/03/2026

Financial authorities will establish a cross-sector council to strengthen detection and information sharing, targeting new scams and mule accounts.

Securities / Derivatives

ASIC Consults on Proposed Derivatives Reporting Rule Changes

27/03/2026

The proposed amendments aim to simplify reporting, reduce complexity, and further align Australia’s framework with international standards in response to industry feedback.

Securities / Derivatives

HKEX Explores Micro Index Futures to Boost Retail Access

27/03/2026

HKEX is reportedly planning new contracts on its benchmark indexes, sized at 1/50th of standard futures, for a Q4 launch.

Fintech / Regtech

APRA Decommissions Legacy Reporting System After Security Flaw Found

27/03/2026

APRA has taken its D2A data submission platform offline and is instructing firms to uninstall the client software immediately.

Securities / Derivatives

Taiwan FSC Expands Custodian Scope for Managed Futures Enterprises

27/03/2026

The amendment allows certain securities firms to act as custodians, aiming to foster business development and expand options in the sector.