Market Infrastructure

ASIC Appoints Expert Panel for ASX Governance Inquiry

26/06/2025

ASIC says the inquiry panel will make recommendations by 31 March 2026 to address shortcomings within ASX Group.

Market Infrastructure

APRA Sets New Expectations for Super Funds on Expenditure

26/06/2025

APRA is calling for a greater focus on member outcomes and robust expenditure management frameworks.

AML / KYC

ASIC Issues Updated Guidance to Combat “Share Sale Fraud”

26/06/2025

Other APAC regulators have also taken measures to prevent share sale fraud resulting from unauthorised access to securities accounts.

AML / KYC

Australia Identifies Scam Victims by Analysing Crypto ATM Transactions

26/06/2025

An Australian law enforcement operation has identified 90 individuals linked to illicit crypto ATM activity, mostly scam victims.

Securities / Derivatives

Malaysia SC Issues New Product Governance Guidelines

25/06/2025

The guidelines aim to promote responsible product innovation and distribution while also strengthening investor protection.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Hong Kong to Set High Bar for Stablecoin Licences

25/06/2025

HKMA CEO Eddie Yue said only a “handful” of licences will likely be granted, reflecting the regulator’s “cautious approach” and the need for user protection.

Australian Banking Association Gets New CEO After 8 Yrs

25/06/2025

Former Federal Finance Minister Simon Birmingham will become the new CEO of the ABA on 18 August.

Market Infrastructure

ASIC Targets Pressure Sales Tactics in Financial Advice Industry

24/06/2025

Commissioner Alan Kirkland said ASIC is concerned about high-pressure sales tactics used to lure people into unsuitable investments.

Market Infrastructure

Bangladesh to Ease Foreign Firm Loan Rules to Boost Investment

24/06/2025

Under the revised policy, foreign companies in Bangladesh will be able to access loans at the same rates as domestic firms.