Sanday Chongo Kabange
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.
Articles by Sanday Chongo Kabange
Australia Appoints Sarah Court to Serve as Next ASIC Chair
03/02/2026
Sarah Court, a seasoned litigator known for a tough enforcement record, will take the helm in a milestone move for the regulator.
Market Infrastructure
Hong Kong to Align First Five-Year Plan with Mainland China Blueprint
03/02/2026
Hong Kong will create its first five-year development framework, personally led by its chief executive, to synchronise with Mainland China's national strategy.
Crypto / Digital Assets
Philippines Bans Banks From Dealing with Unregistered Crypto Firms
03/02/2026
New rules prohibit dealings with unlicensed virtual asset service providers and restrict retail customer access to offshore platforms.
Australian Mortgage and Finance Brokers Urged to Review Ads
03/02/2026
The move by the MFAA follows an ASIC review into misleading digital and social media content, including the rise of "finfluencers".
Enforcement
New Zealand FMA Issues Warning to Japanese Insurer for Overcharging Customers
03/02/2026
Aioi Nissay Dowa Insurance overcharged more than 5,000 customers due to system failures, prompting a regulatory call for better industry-wide controls.
Market Infrastructure
SFC Official Outlines Planned Reforms to Boost REIT Market
03/02/2026
The SFC is streamlining listing rules, planning a new M&A framework, and prioritising REIT Connect to enhance market competitiveness and liquidity.
Fintech / Regtech
Hong Kong AoF, Tsinghua University Sign Pact on Fintech, Policy Research
02/02/2026
The agreement aims to deepen collaboration between Hong Kong and mainland China on financial leadership, fintech, and policy research.
ESG / Sustainability
Hong Kong Unveils 2026-28 Plan to Cement Sustainable Finance Hub Status
02/02/2026
New priorities focus on strengthening disclosure, scaling transition finance, and developing adaptation finance capabilities to support Asia's low-carbon transition.
Fintech / Regtech
US, China Lead New Benchmark on Artificial Intelligence in Finance
02/02/2026
A new global index finds leaders excel in deployment readiness and market connectivity, with Hong Kong ranked as a top hub.
Securities / Derivatives
NZX Proposes Rule Changes to Curb Wash Trades via Intermediaries
30/01/2026
The consultation clarifies how its 'Booking Purposes Only Transaction' service applies to the underlying clients of approved financial intermediaries.
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