Payments & Settlements

Australia Unveils Bill to Regulate Critical Cash Services

24/04/2026

The proposed framework gives new powers to the RBA and ACCC to ensure cash remains available amid declining use and rising costs.

Trading & Investment

HKEX Creates New Senior Role to Build FIC Capabilities

23/04/2026

HKEX has appointed a Head of Debt Market Development to facilitate the build-out of its fixed income capabilities and advance Hong Kong’s position as an international bond hub.

Structural Regulation

Hong Kong Officials Urge Asian Bourses to Unite for Global Capital

23/04/2026

At a major regional summit, Hong Kong’s finance chief called for a shift from competition to collaboration to attract investment.

Anti-Money Laundering

New Zealand Banks Oppose Government's AML Levies Proposal

23/04/2026

The NZBA has formally objected to a government proposal that would see banks fund the vast majority of a new NZD 27 million annual AML/CFT supervisory levy.

Alternative Markets

Australia, UK Deepen Investment Ties as Super Funds Hunt for European Assets

22/04/2026

The new pact comes as a delegation of Australia’s largest pension funds tours France and the UK seeking private market deals.

Structural Regulation

Australia FSC Sets New Governance Standard for Super Platforms

22/04/2026

Industry body acts to strengthen oversight of investments and financial advisers on wrap platforms ahead of potential government regulation and following recent market failures.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Australian Regulator Fines Latitude Finance for Spam Breaches

22/04/2026

The non-bank lender must appoint an independent consultant after millions of compliance failures under the Spam Act.

Trading & Investment

HKEX Lists Largest Physical Gold ETF Amid Regulatory Push

22/04/2026

The launch of Hong Kong's largest physical gold ETF aligns with the city's strategy to become a regional bullion hub, supported by regulators.

Structural Regulation

PSE Proposes to Ease Preferred Share Listing Rules

22/04/2026

The PSE has launched a consultation on proposed rule changes designed to lower the barrier for companies, including SMEs, seeking to list via preferred shares.