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
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 Asset Manager Calls for Change to Boost City’s 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.
Fintech / Regtech
Mainland China and Hong Kong Launch Fast Payments Link
23/06/2025
HKMA and PBOC launched “Payment Connect”, streamlining cross-boundary payments and remittances between Hong Kong and Mainland China.
Enforcement
ASIC Fines Equity Trustees for Misleading Investment Statements
22/06/2025
ASIC fined Equity Trustees for allegedly making misleading statements about investments made by a green and sustainable bond fund.
Market Infrastructure
APRA Finalises Guidance on Treating Borrowers with Student Debt
20/06/2025
The new reporting standard and regulations offer guidance on how ADIs should treat HELP debt repayments when assessing home loan applications.
Enforcement
SFC Suspends Former CEO of Freeman Commodities for Supervisory Failures
20/06/2025
The SFC said the former RO and MiC failed to ensure his firm maintained appropriate standards of conduct and adhered to proper procedures.
Market Infrastructure
BSP Updates Bank Credit, Equity Exposure Reporting Rules
20/06/2025
Banks and trust corporations are required to submit COCREE 2.0 monthly for reporting periods from 30 April 2025 onwards.
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