Market Infrastructure

BSP Details Sweeping Reforms for Peso RTGS Payment System

19/04/2026

The BSP is overhauling its RTGS system, introducing stricter rules for participants, extending operating hours, and bolstering cross–border links.

Securities / Derivatives

Korea Exchange to End Simplified Disclosures, Name Low-PBR Firms

19/04/2026

KRX is tightening requirements for its ‘Corporate Value-up’ programme, pushing for more detailed plans and targeting underperforming companies for public disclosure.

Fintech / Regtech

BOK Nominee’s Confirmation Stalls, Overshadowing Policy Vision

19/04/2026

Shin Hyun-song’s appointment is in doubt after his confirmation hearing was delayed, prompting concerns about a potential leadership vacuum at BOK.

Capital / Liquidity

Philippines Central Bank Offers Regulatory Relief Amid Energy Crisis

17/04/2026

The BSP is allowing banks to grant loan grace periods and temporarily suspend some fees in response to rising energy prices.

New Zealand FMA Flags Weaknesses in Private Asset Valuations

17/04/2026

A review finds KiwiSaver and managed funds have inadequate valuation practices, poor oversight, and unmanaged conflicts of interest.

Fintech / Regtech

Philippines SEC Seeks to Transfer Oversight of Lending Firms to BSP

17/04/2026

The SEC wants to cede control of financing and lending companies to the BSP, citing widespread scams and resource constraints.

Securities / Derivatives

New Zealand FMA Finds Operational Resilience Gaps in Derivatives Issuers

17/04/2026

A thematic review highlighted weaknesses in outsourcing, business continuity, and technology security, despite a generally mature foundation among firms.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Mirae Asset Gets Hong Kong Licence for Retail Digital Asset Services

17/04/2026

The Korean brokerage has become the first in the country to receive approval to offer digital asset trading to retail investors in Hong Kong.

Securities / Derivatives

Hong Kong Publishes ‘Go Global’ Legal Panel for Mainland Firms

17/04/2026

Hong Kong's Department of Justice has released a list of over 70 vetted legal providers to help Mainland Chinese enterprises expand globally.