Tokenisation

Mitsui & Co Issues Japan's First Land-Backed Digital Security

18/05/2026

A security token backed by land leasehold rights has been issued under the FIEA, signalling a new phase for tokenised assets in Japan.

Alternative Markets

Bangladesh Banks Jointly Launch BDT 4.25bn Fund for Startups

18/05/2026

A consortium of 39 banks has launched a venture capital firm under a central bank directive to boost local startups.

Trading & Investment

Taiwan Relaxes Rules on Related-Party OTC Trades for Asset Managers

18/05/2026

The change permits discretionary managers to trade with related parties for professional and high-net-worth clients, aiming to boost the asset management sector.

Structural Regulation

Pakistan Passes Bills on Financial Netting, EXIM Bank, Fiscal Reform

18/05/2026

New legislation provides legal certainty for financial netting, overhauls governance at the state-owned EXIM bank, and strengthens public debt management.

Climate Risk

EU, China and Brazil Launch Coalition to Bolster Carbon Market Standards

18/05/2026

New initiative will focus on strengthening rules for monitoring, accounting, and the use of high-integrity credits in compliance markets globally.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Thailand Extradites Alleged Leader of Cybercrime Group to Korea

18/05/2026

The suspect is accused of stealing personal data to drain financial and crypto accounts, with victims including business leaders and K-pop star Jungkook.

Supervision & Enforcement

ASIC Appeals AUD 7 Million Penalty in Cigno, BSF Case

18/05/2026

ASIC has appealed a civil penalty against two firms and their directors, arguing it is insufficient for deterrence and seeks clarification on key legal points.

Structural Regulation

Philippines SEC Amends ‘Qualified Buyer’ Rules to Include Exempt Securities

16/05/2026

The updated rules allow exempt securities in portfolio calculations, aiming to streamline regulations and encourage investment diversification.

Trade Based Money Laundering

BB Uncovers BDT 105 Million Trade Finance Fraud at Premier Bank

15/05/2026

Central bank found that a single branch facilitated the fraud scheme using inflated export orders and back-to-back letters of credit.