Crypto / Digital Assets

SFC Unveils Framework for Secondary Trading of Tokenised Funds

21/04/2026

The new pilot framework allows SFC-authorised tokenised investment products to be traded on licensed crypto platforms, expanding retail investor access.

Securities / Derivatives

Prediction Markets May Constitute Illegal Gambling, HK Regulator Warns

21/04/2026

The SFC’s investor education arm has stated that prediction market trading is not protected by securities law and may be illegal.

Securities / Derivatives

HKEX Links Derivatives Clearing to HKMA Settlement System

21/04/2026

The move will see HKEX's options and futures clearing houses sweep cash balances intra-day to new accounts at the HKMA.

Enforcement

Australian Firms and Directors to Pay AUD 7 Million for Credit Act Breaches

20/04/2026

The Federal Court of Australia has penalised two financial firms and their directors for operating a lending model designed to bypass consumer credit laws.

Fintech / Regtech

Fintech FNZ Facing USD 4.6 Billion Class Action in New Zealand

20/04/2026

Hundreds of employee shareholders are suing the global fintech giant in a New Zealand court, alleging fundraising deals unfairly diluted their holdings.

Crypto / Digital Assets

ASIC Details 18-Month Roadmap for Digital Asset Licensing Regime

20/04/2026

ASIC has published its implementation timeline for bringing digital asset and custody platforms under the financial services licensing framework from April 2027.

AML / KYC

Australia: Law Society of NSW Unveils AML Guide for Small Law Firms

20/04/2026

The guide aims to help smaller practices in New South Wales comply with Australia's incoming 'Tranche 2' AML reforms, effective 1 July 2026.

Market Infrastructure

HKEX Consults on T+1 Settlement, Eyes Late 2027 Implementation

20/04/2026

HKEX has released its operational model for shortening the settlement cycle, with an indicative implementation timeline of Q4 2027.

AML / KYC

Australian Super Funds Detail Four-Pillar Cyber Defence Plan

20/04/2026

The AFSA has detailed its response to 2025 cyber attacks, including a threat intelligence platform, a response playbook, and sector-wide exercises.