AML / KYC

Australian Advice Bodies Seek Additional Guidance on New AML/CTF Rules

27/02/2026

The FAAA and SMSF Association have told AUSTRAC that unclear definitions for reporting groups and inequitable due diligence arrangements risk undermining upcoming AML reforms.

Fintech / Regtech

Korea Launches Automated Service for Requesting Lower Loan Rates

26/02/2026

New service allows MyData firms to automatically request lower loan rates for consumers, aiming to boost uptake of an existing right.

Fintech / Regtech

Philippines Tables Bill to Mandate Digital Payments for Government and Merchants

26/02/2026

A sweeping bill advancing in the Philippine legislature seeks to mandate digital payments for both government and merchant transactions, creating a new multi-agency oversight body.

ESG / Sustainability

Australian Court Dismisses Landmark 'Greenwashing' Case

26/02/2026

Australia's Federal Court has dismissed a landmark 'greenwashing' case against gas producer Santos, finding its climate-related statements were not misleading.

Enforcement

ASIC Flags Spike in Corporate Governance Complaints

26/02/2026

Reports of corporate misconduct to ASIC surged 28 percent in late 2025, with the body highlighting governance failures.

ESG / Sustainability

South Korea Sets 2028 Start for Mandatory ESG Disclosure

26/02/2026

The FSC unveiled a roadmap for ISSB-based reporting, a KRW 790 trillion funding plan, and new data platforms for banks.

Korea FSS Directs Asset Managers to Overhaul Stewardship Systems

26/02/2026

The FSS has criticised firms for 'inadequate' proxy voting and says it will inspect their internal processes and systems.

RBNZ Proposes Binding Cash Access Standards for Banks

25/02/2026

The RBNZ has launched a consultation on new rules requiring banks to provide widespread, free access to cash services.

Enforcement

ASIC Nets Record Penalties in H2 2025, Puts Super Trustees on Notice

25/02/2026

ASIC secured a "record-breaking" AUD 349.8 million in civil penalties in the second half of 2025 in response to "serious misconduct".