Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

SFC Seeks Share Buy-Out Order Against Former Insurance Chairman

19/06/2026

The SFC has initiated legal proceedings against 11 former directors of the delisted Target Insurance, seeking a rare share buy-out order and director disqualifications.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

ASIC Launches Website Register to Combat Imposter Scams

18/06/2026

ASIC is compiling a public register of licensee websites and may use compulsory powers to ensure participation.

KYC & CDD

Cambodia Launches Nationwide SIM-Bank Account Verification Drive

18/06/2026

Regulators are mandating identity verification between SIM cards and financial accounts to combat fraud and bolster security in the country’s growing digital economy.

Structural Regulation

KRX Forms Panel to Overhaul KOSDAQ Market Structure

18/06/2026

The reform will see the market divided into 'Premium' and 'Standard' tiers to enhance competitiveness and gather industry input.

Capital Adequacy

RBI Amends Capital Norms for INR 2.55tn Credit Scheme

17/06/2026

The central bank has reduced capital requirements for lenders by applying a zero risk weight to certain government-guaranteed loans.

Structural Regulation

Philippines SEC to Mandate Online Filings, Cut Offering Approval Time

17/06/2026

The regulator has published draft rules for a new digital platform that will make public offering applications fully online and reduce processing to 40 days.

Trading & Investment

HKEX and Kazakhstan’s AIFC in Talks on Dual Listings of Mining Stocks

17/06/2026

Following a high-level visit, Hong Kong and Astana's financial hub are in discussions with mining firms about dual-listing opportunities.

Clearing & Post-Trade

Chinese Consortium to Deepen Pakistan Capital Market Role

17/06/2026

Regulatory approvals from Pakistan's SECP have paved the way for the consortium to increase its investment in market infrastructure and introduce new products.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

FSC Korea to Strengthen Financial Education Amid Retail Investor Surge

17/06/2026

The regulator has announced a comprehensive plan to improve public financial literacy, citing concerns over high-risk and leveraged investing.