Structural Regulation

Taiwan Proposes Rule Change for Investment-Linked Insurance

16/01/2026

The proposed amendment clarifies the approval status of domestically traded ETFs as eligible investments for investment-linked insurance policies.

Structural Regulation

Taiwan Clarifies Rules for Internet-Only Banks to Offer In-Person Services

16/01/2026

The FSC has issued an immediate ruling permitting digital banks to operate physical service points under strict, pre-approved conditions.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Philippines Tables 'Bill of Rights' to Bolster Minority Shareholder Power

16/01/2026

Proposed law introduces tag-along rights, stricter related-party transaction rules, and significant penalties to align with global governance standards.

AI Risk & Governance

Korea to Introduce AI Risk Management Framework for Financial Sector

16/01/2026

New voluntary guidelines will require firms to establish AI governance bodies and implement risk-based controls for new technologies.

Supervision & Enforcement

Vietnam Enhances Central Bank's Powers to Compel Independent Audits

16/01/2026

New decree allows the SBV to compel audits at banks' expense and formalises the structure of the banking inspectorate.

Tokenisation

HKU Green Paper Calls for Digital Revamp of Trade, Green Finance

16/01/2026

HKU Business School report outlines policy recommendations on digital trade finance, tokenisation, Web 3.0 regulation and AI.

Trading & Investment

Korea Warns FIs on 'Excessive' FX Product Marketing

15/01/2026

The FSS has cited rising consumer risk from currency volatility amid a surge in US dollar-denominated investments.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

China Lifts Whistleblower Reward Cap to CNY 1 Mln for Securities Offences

15/01/2026

The new framework significantly boosts financial incentives and legal protections to encourage reporting of major securities violations.

Market Abuse

Korea Expands Joint Task Force to Combat Stock Manipulation

15/01/2026

Authorities will create a second team within a multi-agency unit to enhance the detection and punishment of market abuse.