AML / KYC

Philippines to Launch Digital Registry for Beneficial Ownership Reporting

26/01/2026

The new HARBOR portal will centralise corporate ownership data, a move aimed at bolstering AML efforts and FATF compliance.

Securities / Derivatives

Japan FSA Scrutinises Life Insurers Over Bond Losses

26/01/2026

The FSA has brought forward checks on firms including Nippon Life, seeking details on unrealised losses and investment plans.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Korea Updates Guide for Domestic Firms on Hong Kong Financial System

26/01/2026

The guide reflects Hong Kong's new digital asset rules and insurance framework to aid South Korean firms' overseas expansion.

Fintech / Regtech

Hong Kong MPFA Tightens eMPF Security, Halts eKYC Onboarding

26/01/2026

The move follows a fraud incident and introduces mandatory iAM Smart verification for new registrations and some fund withdrawals.

Enforcement

Australian Fund Manager Jailed for 6 Years in Insider Trading Case

26/01/2026

The case is the first major outcome for ASIC's new specialist insider trading team, which was established in late September 2024.

Securities / Derivatives

Chinese Investment Platform Bans Accounts in Market Misinformation Crackdown

25/01/2026

The move by Xueqiu, an online stock community, follows a regulatory penalty for market manipulation and a wider cleanup of unlicensed financial advice.

Fintech / Regtech

Philippines SEC Mulls Lifting Moratorium on New Online Lenders

23/01/2026

The SEC is studying an end to its 2021 ban but plans to introduce higher capital requirements and other consumer protection measures.

Securities / Derivatives

Tokyo Stock Exchange Launches Initiative to Lure Asian Startups for IPOs

23/01/2026

The TSE is offering comprehensive support to attract foreign firms, positioning itself as an alternative to other regional hubs amid a competitive IPO market.

Enforcement

Former HSBC Manager Admits to Account Opening for Bribes Scheme

23/01/2026

The case, brought by the ICAC, involves illicit payments for opening accounts, some of which were later flagged for money laundering risk by the bank.