Stablecoins

China Funds Research Into Stablecoin Risks to Capital Controls, Yuan

15/09/2025

A state-backed foundation is funding studies on global stablecoins and cross-border monitoring, seeking policy recommendations on digital finance governance.

Cybersecurity

China Proposes Heftier Fines for Violations of Cybersecurity Law

15/09/2025

Draft amendment introduces fines of up to CNY 10 million for serious violations and clarifies liability for network operators.

Trading & Investment

Taiwan Proposes to Allow Warrants on Actively Managed ETFs

15/09/2025

Taiwan’s FSC has proposed rule changes to permit actively managed ETFs as underlying assets for warrants to boost product diversity.

Trading & Investment

China Considers Expanding Wealth Connect Scheme Beyond GBA

13/09/2025

Regulators are reportedly exploring a 'version 3.0' of the cross-border investment programme, with a draft consultation paper possible by year-end.

Liquidity Risk

Indonesia Injecting IDR 200 Trillion into Six State Owned Banks

12/09/2025

New finance minister explicitly bans state banks from using the liquidity boost to purchase government or central bank securities, aiming to force lending.

Anti-Money Laundering

Philippines AMLC to Probe Casinos Over Officials' Laundering Scheme

12/09/2025

Investigation follows a senator's allegations that former public works officials laundered nearly PHP 1 billion through at least 13 gaming venues.

Payments & Settlements

Indonesia, China Deepen Ties with Expanded LCT and QR Payment Pilot

12/09/2025

The central banks have upgraded their local currency settlement framework to cover all balance of payments items and are targeting a full QR payment link by year-end.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Korea Sees Record Account Suspensions Over Voice Phishing Scams

12/09/2025

Over 150,000 accounts were frozen in five years as authorities consider legislation to make financial firms partially liable for scam damages.

Capital Adequacy

Taiwan Banks, Insurers Pass Severe Stress Tests, Regulator Says

12/09/2025

The FSC said all institutions remained above capital minimums under scenarios including economic downturns, market shocks, and climate events.