
Sanday Chongo Kabange is an experienced multimedia journalist and a contributor to Regulation Asia. He focuses on compliance, regulatory and legal issues for financial services.

Enforcement
Japan FSA to Probe Prudential Life as CEO Quits Over Fraud
19/01/2026
The FSA is considering disciplinary action after an internal probe found over 100 staff bilked 500 customers in a scandal dating back decades.

Capital / Liquidity
ASX Proposes Overhaul of Capital Rules for Third-Party Clearers
19/01/2026
ASX is consulting on replacing its tiered capital model with a flat requirement and other changes for third-party clearers.

Fintech / Regtech
WFE Urges Pragmatism on Quantum Computing Rules
19/01/2026
A WFE report highlights a gap between regulatory quantum preparedness demands and more immediate industry threats like AI.

Securities / Derivatives
Taiwan Proposes Rule Change for Investment-Linked Insurance
16/01/2026
The proposed amendment clarifies the approval status of domestically traded ETFs as eligible investments for investment-linked insurance policies.

Fintech / Regtech
Taiwan Clarifies Rules for Internet-Only Banks to Offer In-Person Services
16/01/2026
The FSC has issued an immediate ruling permitting digital banks to operate physical service points under strict, pre-approved conditions.

Securities / Derivatives
Philippines Tables 'Bill of Rights' to Bolster Minority Shareholder Power
16/01/2026
Proposed law introduces tag-along rights, stricter related-party transaction rules, and significant penalties to align with global governance standards.

Fintech / Regtech
Korea to Introduce AI Risk Management Framework for Financial Sector
16/01/2026
New voluntary guidelines will require firms to establish AI governance bodies and implement risk-based controls for new technologies.

Vietnam Enhances Central Bank's Powers to Compel Independent Audits
16/01/2026
New decree allows the SBV to compel audits at banks' expense and formalises the structure of the banking inspectorate.

Fintech / Regtech
HKU Green Paper Calls for Digital Revamp of Trade, Green Finance
16/01/2026
HKU Business School report outlines policy recommendations on digital trade finance, tokenisation, Web 3.0 regulation and AI.

Securities / Derivatives
Korea Warns FIs on 'Excessive' FX Product Marketing
15/01/2026
The FSS has cited rising consumer risk from currency volatility amid a surge in US dollar-denominated investments.
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