Cryptocurrency

Binance and Founder Sued for £150 Million in UK Derivatives Case

03/07/2026

Nearly 1,700 UK investors allege Binance sold high-risk derivative products without the required regulatory authorisation.

Structural Regulation

KRX Implements Stricter Delisting Rules, Redesigns KOSDAQ Segmentation

03/07/2026

KRX has implemented tighter rules for delisting underperforming companies and announced an overhaul of its tech-heavy KOSDAQ market.

Credit Risk

Korea Tightens Mortgage Rules in New Property Hotspots

03/07/2026

Authorities have designated three new regulated areas, immediately slashing loan-to-value ratios to cool overheating, while clarifying rules for stress tests on household debt.

Capital Adequacy

Indonesia OJK Approves Five-Bank Merger in Sumatra

03/07/2026

The merger will create a stronger regional lender with projected assets exceeding IDR 400 billion, supporting Indonesia's strategy to consolidate and strengthen its rural banking sector.

Structural Regulation

HKEX Issues Guidance on Investor ID, Northbound Data and Risk Controls

02/07/2026

Compliance bulletin offers guidance on obligations regarding investor ID, Stock Connect data, risk management for large trades, and dealings with suspended firms.

Trading & Investment

Korea FSS Orders Broker to Compensate Wrap Account Losses

02/07/2026

The ruling sets a key precedent, holding a firm liable for breaching fiduciary duties by using client funds to cover other accounts' losses.

Market Data & Technology

JPX Expands Securities Data Platform with Depository Centre

02/07/2026

Japan's securities depository will add its data to a new industry platform aimed at automating back-office operations for firms.

Cloud & Infrastructure

Hong Kong and Türkiye Central Banks Sign Fintech Cooperation Pact

02/07/2026

The agreement establishes a framework for information sharing and collaboration on financial innovation, strengthening the strategic partnership between the two jurisdictions.

Structural Regulation

HKEX Amends Exchange Rules for Structured Products

02/07/2026

HKEX, with SFC approval, is updating its rulebook to align definitions and cross-references for structured products, effective 1 July 2026.