Structural Regulation

Tokyo's Topix Index Set for Major Overhaul, Culling Over 600 Firms

11/08/2026

Japan’s benchmark Topix index will remove more than a third of its constituents to enhance investability and corporate governance.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Korean Scam Ring Dismantled in Joint Kazakhstan Operation

11/08/2026

A joint operation has dismantled a Korean fraud ring in Kazakhstan, highlighting a new criminal migration trend and successful cross-border enforcement.

Cybersecurity

China Launches Cybersecurity Review of Palo Alto Networks

11/08/2026

The probe into the US cybersecurity firm follows similar reviews of other American technology companies, including Micron and Nvidia, citing national security concerns.

Tokenisation

Maybank Joins MAS Initiative on Tokenised Cross-Border Settlement

11/08/2026

The bank will collaborate with MAS and other industry players on common standards for next-generation cross-border payment infrastructure.

Alternative Markets

Korea Bill Seeks to End Private Equity Self-Valuation

11/08/2026

A proposed law would require external valuations and trustee oversight for institutional private equity funds, ending long-standing exemptions.

AI Risk & Governance

Australia's Mutual Banks Face Tougher Rules on Hardship and AI

11/08/2026

An independent review of the Customer Owned Banking Code of Practice has recommended binding new protections for vulnerable customers.

Structural Regulation

Japan Considers Easing Volume Limits for Alternative Trading Venues

11/08/2026

The FSA is reviewing the 10 percent volume limit for PTS platforms as surging activity in technology stocks strains current rules.

Reporting & Disclosures

Korea to Link Stewardship Grades of Asset Managers to NPS Mandates

11/08/2026

New three-tier evaluation system will assess stewardship activities, with poor performers facing the prospect of reduced or withdrawn pension fund allocations.

Structural Regulation

Laos Central Bank Halts New Microfinance Licences in Vientiane

11/08/2026

BOL has temporarily suspended new licences for microfinance firms and pawnshops in the capital to review and strengthen regulations.