Structural Regulation

Taiwan FSC Mandates Centralised Reporting for Offshore Structured Products

13/05/2026

The regulator has designated a TDCC-operated platform for all reporting and requires issuers to disclose the platform's URL to investors.

Emerging Prudential Risks

China Puts Major Financial Legislation on 2026 Agenda

13/05/2026

The legislative plans signal a major focus on financial stability, market unification, and strengthening foreign-related and supply chain laws.

PEPs & Sanctions

Australia Sanctions Iranian Officials, Entities Over 'Brutal Oppression'

12/05/2026

Sanctions and travel bans have been imposed on seven individuals and four entities, including those linked to Iran’s shadow banking system.

Structural Regulation

Philippines SEC Launches Consolidated Digital Reference for Securities Rules

12/05/2026

The new digital resource consolidates two decades of regulatory updates into a single, user-friendly reference to enhance clarity and compliance.

Clearing & Post-Trade

Dhaka Stock Exchange Proposes T+1 Settlement, Flags Bank Merger Risks

12/05/2026

The DSE has asked BB to support a move to a T+1 settlement cycle and other reforms, while raising concerns over shareholder protection in a major bank merger.

PEPs & Sanctions

US Treasury Pressures Binance on Iran Sanctions Compliance

11/05/2026

Treasury sent a letter to Binance demanding compliance with its monitoring programme, and requesting interviews with employees and access to records.

Credit Risk

FSC Korea Urges Brokers to Curb Risk and Boost Venture Funding

11/05/2026

The regulator has criticised the ‘me-too’ strategies and windfall profits, while announcing plans to expand SME-focused brokers and support for venture exit markets.

Payments & Settlements

SBV Drafts Rules for Foreign Bank Correspondent Accounts

11/05/2026

The central bank has proposed amendments to allow foreign credit institutions to use local accounts for international payment services.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Thailand Targets Mule Accounts with New 'Brown' Category

11/05/2026

Authorities are introducing a new classification for suspicious bank accounts and moving to curb the use of youth accounts in financial fraud.