Anti-Money Laundering

Korea, Cambodia Sign Tax Info-Sharing Agreement to Fight Transnational Crime

07/01/2026

The agreement focuses on strengthening information exchange to combat illegal fund transfers linked to transnational crimes and offshore tax evasion.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Korea Orders Banks to Bolster Debt Relief Notices, Dormant Asset Refunds

07/01/2026

The FSS will require lenders to issue separate debt adjustment notices and will publish firms' performance on returning dormant assets.

Anti-Bribery & Corruption

Hong Kong Jails Ex-HSBC Banker Over Account Opening Bribery Scheme

07/01/2026

The former banker and an intermediary were sentenced to six months' imprisonment for a conspiracy involving over CNY 13,000 in bribes to open accounts.

Cryptocurrency

Indonesia Finalises Sweeping Crypto Data Reporting Rules for 2026

06/01/2026

Indonesia’s new regulation implements global CARF and amended CRS standards while creating a parallel, broad-reaching domestic reporting regime for tax purposes.

Trading & Investment

Taiwan to Permit Securities Firms to Offer Non-Discretionary Offshore Loans

06/01/2026

The new rules aim to boost Taiwan's ambitions as an Asian asset management centre by offering more financing options to offshore clients.

Sustainable Finance

China Unveils Green Consumption Plan with Directives for Financial Sector

06/01/2026

New multi-agency notice encourages FIs to increase credit support, innovate products, and back green infrastructure projects.

Cryptocurrency

SFC Fines Saxo Capital Markets Over Virtual Asset Product Control Failures

06/01/2026

The SFC cites multi-year breaches in client suitability, due diligence, and platform controls for products improperly offered to retail investors.

KYC & CDD

India Eases Director KYC Rules, Amends Corporate Framework

02/01/2026

The MCA has overhauled key rules, including a three-year cycle for director KYC and higher thresholds for small companies.

Capital Adequacy

RBI Eases Capital Norms for NBFC Infrastructure Loans

02/01/2026

New rules introduce lower risk weights for high-quality projects, tied to specific repayment thresholds and lender protection criteria.