
Sanday Chongo Kabange is an experienced multimedia journalist and a contributor to Regulation Asia. He focuses on compliance, regulatory and legal issues for financial services.

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 Issuing 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 Loan Rules for Foreign Firms 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.

Capital / Liquidity
Hong Kong Consults on Stricter Rules for Licensed Money Lenders
24/06/2025
The FSTB is seeking to strengthen the regulatory regime amid concerns over debt, especially among low-income earners and foreign domestic helpers.

Crypto / Digital Assets
Hong Kong Examining Potential for Yuan-Backed Stablecoin
24/06/2025
Christopher Hui said risks must be studied, taking into consideration the Mainland’s monetary policy direction and yuan internationalisation roadmap.

Taiwan FSC Authorises BNP Paribas to Serve High-Asset Customers
24/06/2025
The FSC said BNP Paribas will facilitate the introduction of international wealth management experience into Taiwan, thereby promoting the development of the industry.

Enforcement
South Korean Police Probe Embezzlement Case at Toss Bank
24/06/2025
The embezzlement incident at Toss Bank involved KRW 2 billion. The investigation will be complicated as the suspect “recently passed away”.

Market Infrastructure
HK Fund Manager Publishes Research on Enhancing ETF Market
23/06/2025
Hang Seng Investment Management outlines strategies and recommendations to help enhance Hong Kong’s ETF market, focusing on three key areas.
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