Sanctions

OFAC Sanctions DPRK-Myanmar Arms Procurement Network

29/09/2025

OFAC has designated a network selling North Korean arms to Myanmar, warning of secondary sanctions for financial institutions facilitating transactions.

Capital / Liquidity

Taiwan Proposes Doubling Small-Loan Exemption for Credit Cooperatives

26/09/2025

The FSC aims to reduce the compliance burden on credit cooperatives by raising the threshold for loans exempt from single-borrower limits.

Fintech / Regtech

Singapore Tables Bill to Allow E-Mortgages, Remote Witnessing for Property Deals

26/09/2025

New legislation will create government-run digital platforms for conveyancing, allowing for legally binding electronic deeds and signatures for property transactions.

Trending

South Korea Forced to Scrap Financial Regulator Overhaul Plan

26/09/2025

The government has withdrawn a contentious plan to dismantle its top financial regulator, citing the need for stability amid economic challenges.

Trending

China Launches Digital Yuan Hub to Drive Global Use in Payments

26/09/2025

The Shanghai-based centre will operate three new platforms for cross-border payments, blockchain services, and digital assets to boost e-CNY internationalisation.

AML / KYC

Singapore Cuts Family Office Application Time from 12 to Three Months

26/09/2025

The move is part of a broader strategy to improve client onboarding and strengthen Singapore's position as a leading international wealth management centre.

Securities / Derivatives

Osaka Exchange Proposes Rule Changes for JGB, Precious Metals Futures

26/09/2025

The exchange is seeking public comment on proposals to widen tick sizes for mini JGBs and shift price bands for metals futures.

Market Infrastructure

China Issues New Rules to Boost Support for Digital Economy

26/09/2025

China has defined digital consumption for the first time and is calling on financial institutions to develop new products and funding channels.

Market Infrastructure

China Rolls Out Measures to Boost Service Exports, Ease Data Flows

26/09/2025

China has unveiled 13 policies aimed at expanding service exports, with a key focus on optimising cross-border data transfers and increasing financial support.