Enforcement

SFC Impose 14-Month Ban on Former Fund Manager

21/03/2025

The SFC said the action is related to disciplinary actions against “other related entities” concerning the management of various private funds.

Market Infrastructure

OTC Clear to Start Accepting CGBs as Collateral for All Derivatives

20/03/2025

HKEX says the initiative will provide greater flexibility to international investors and improve their capital efficiency.

Fintech / Regtech

HKMA Publishes Research on DLT Adoption in Financial Sector

20/03/2025

The HKMA encourages AIs to review the research paper and leverage its insights to explore DLT-related innovations.

Enforcement

Australian Court Orders Active Super to Pay A$10.5m for Greenwashing

19/03/2025

This is ASIC’s third successful greenwashing case, sending a “strong message” to companies that their sustainable investment claims need to reflect their true position.

Capital / Liquidity

Hong Kong IA Consults on Disclosure Rules for Insurers

18/03/2025

The IA is consulting on disclosure requirements for insurers under Hong Kong’s new risk-based capital regime.

Securities / Derivatives

SFC Issues Guidance on Resumption of Licensing Fee Collection

18/03/2025

The SFC issued a quick guide and related FAQs to help the industry better manage matters related to annual licensing fee payment.

Market Infrastructure

Fiji, PNG Advance Plan to Jointly Establish Market Infrastructure

18/03/2025

SPX and PNGX Group are looking to adopt a single integrated, end-to-end trading platform and CSD solution.

HKMA Updates Guidance on Selling Structured Products

18/03/2025

The HKMA has updated its guidance on selling of accumulators to help AIs comply with evolving product structures and features.

ESG / Sustainability

HKGFA Launches Online Transition Planning Repository

17/03/2025

The repository provides resources to help finance professionals and companies make greater progress towards their transition priorities.