Cloud & Infrastructure

HKMA Issues Sweeping New Cloud Adoption Guide for Banks

09/01/2026

HKMA details enhanced principles for banks on governance, security, resilience, and exit strategies amid rising use of cloud.

Reporting & Disclosures

Japan Finalises Roadmap for Mandatory Sustainability Disclosures

09/01/2026

New report details a timeline for mandatory reporting for Prime Market firms starting in 2027 and laid out a new regulatory regime for assurance providers.

Data Privacy

Hong Kong PCPD Probes HSBC's PayMe App Over Privacy Concerns

09/01/2026

The PCPD has launched a compliance check into the mobile wallet's settings for early users and issued recommendations on data protection standards.

Credit Risk

Korea to Overhaul Bank Rules in KRW 70 Trillion Inclusive Finance Push

08/01/2026

The FSC will link banks’ mandatory contributions to their performance in lending to vulnerable groups and tighten rules on debt collection.

Payments & Settlements

Taiwan Boosts Forex Transparency with Quarterly Reports as Reserves Rebound

08/01/2026

The central bank will align with global standards after a US agreement, as December forex reserves climb back above US$600bn despite capital outflows.

Resolution & Recovery

New KDIC Chief Targets Pre-emptive Crisis Response, Fund System Overhaul

08/01/2026

The new president has outlined key tasks including the introduction of a financial stability account and a review of insurance rates.

Structural Regulation

Cambodia Boosts Audit Quality, Trust Sector Governance with New Rules

08/01/2026

Six new proclamations target audit quality, financial reporting, and establish a dispute resolution mechanism for the fast-growing trust sector.

Structural Regulation

Taiwan Eases Rules for Asset Managers to Boost Hub Ambitions

08/01/2026

The FSC has relaxed the ‘primary position’ rule and offers incentives to foreign firms setting up regional centres to attract talent.

Tokenisation

KRX, Nextrade Tipped to Win New STO Licences in Korea

08/01/2026

The FSC's sub-committee has reportedly selected the two groups to run the new OTC exchanges, but the regulator says a final decision is still pending.