AML / KYC

OFAC Warns FIs on Sanctions Evasion Via Sham Transactions

01/04/2026

OFAC has issued an advisory detailing red flags and compliance considerations for identifying transactions designed to obscure sanctioned ownership.

Market Infrastructure

EU Payments Strategy Targets Cross-Border Links with Asia

01/04/2026

The strategy details plans for a digital euro and new rules for tokenised assets, with a significant focus on strategic autonomy.

Securities / Derivatives

HKEX Finds Deficient Controls, Non-Compliance at Market Participants

01/04/2026

HKEX published findings from its 2025 inspection programme, detailing common compliance deficiencies in risk management and China Connect rules.

Enforcement

Singapore Extradites Ex-Wirecard Exec to Face Fraud Charges in Germany

01/04/2026

The move follows an international operation targeting a multi-million euro fraud ring that exploited the collapsed German payments firm for money laundering.

Capital / Liquidity

RBI Extends Trade Relief Measures to Support Exporters

01/04/2026

The RBI has extended key deadlines for export financing to support businesses amid ongoing geopolitical and logistical disruptions.

Securities / Derivatives

Malaysia's SC Halts Plan for Bursa Regulatory Subsidiary

01/04/2026

The regulator has cited governance enhancements at the exchange, including a strengthened conflicts committee, as making the proposed structural separation unnecessary for now.

Securities / Derivatives

Vietnam Finalises Crypto Tax Rules, Proposes Levy on Unlisted Shares

01/04/2026

Vietnam will apply a 0.1 percent personal income tax on the value of each digital asset transaction, and 20 percent on profits from the transfer of shares in unlisted companies.

Capital / Liquidity

IAIS Flags Gaps in Insurer Resolution and Liquidity Frameworks

01/04/2026

An assessment of major insurance markets, including in APAC, found weaknesses in resolution planning, powers, and liquidity risk disclosure requirements.

Securities / Derivatives

DMIST to Finalise Execution Source Code Standard in 2026

01/04/2026

The derivatives standards body has outlined its 2026 priorities in its annual report, focusing on finalising key standards and driving adoption across the industry.