Credit Risk

China Imposes Strict Rate Caps on Micro-Lenders in High-Cost Debt Crackdown

19/01/2026

New rules mandate a phased reduction in borrowing costs to four times the benchmark LPR by end-2027, accelerating a sector-wide consolidation.

Cryptocurrency

Google to Block Unlicensed Foreign Crypto Apps in Korea

19/01/2026

New policy requires proof of local regulatory approval, putting access to major exchanges like Binance and OKX at risk.

Emerging Prudential Risks

China's Henan Province Issues New Offshore Bond Rules for State Firms

19/01/2026

The new measures introduce lifetime accountability for executives and aim to close a loophole used for unregulated short-term borrowing.

Credit Risk

Korea to Revamp Mortgage Guarantee Fees to Curb High-Value Loans

16/01/2026

The FSC confirmed a new tiered contribution rate system for mortgage guarantees, effective April, amid slowing household loan growth.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Korea to Overhaul Insurance Commissions, Mandates 7-Year Split

16/01/2026

Regulators will phase in a seven-year commission payment structure and expand sales rules to curb misselling and improve low policy persistency rates.

Anti-Money Laundering

Bank of Thailand Seeking Powers to Regulate Online Gold Trading

15/01/2026

Thai authorities to impose trading caps on digital gold and enforce crypto travel rule to combat illicit financial flows.

Structural Regulation

India's Inclusion in Global Bond Index Deferred by Operational Hurdles

15/01/2026

Decision to include Indian government bonds in global index deferred until at least mid-2026 due to market infrastructure issues.

Trading & Investment

China Scrutinises Foreign Firms in Domestic ETF Market

15/01/2026

Regulators are seeking information on foreign trading patterns, following India's investigation into market maker Jane Street's activities.

Capital Adequacy

India PFRDA Forms Panel to Design Assured Payout Framework for NPS

14/01/2026

Committee to define regulations for guaranteed retirement income, including risk management, solvency requirements, and consumer protection rules for providers.