Market Data & Technology

PSE Earmarks PHP 2.85 Billion for 10-Year Tech Overhaul

21/08/2026

The investment will fund a new trading engine, AI projects, and upgrades to clearing, settlement and market surveillance systems to boost resilience.

Structural Regulation

Philippines SEC Revises Market Making Rules, Hikes Capital Requirement

21/08/2026

The updated draft framework increases capital requirements to PHP 150 million, introduces asset-class specific obligations, and sets a new consultation deadline.

Structural Regulation

Australia Reviews Foreign Investment Conditions to Cut Red Tape

21/08/2026

Treasury has launched a review of conditions attached to foreign investment approvals, aiming to streamline the framework and reduce the regulatory burden on investors.

Operational Risk

Australian Regulators Warn of Widening Gap in Super Fund Retirement Performance

20/08/2026

ASIC and APRA have issued a stern warning to the superannuation industry, citing a growing divide between leaders and laggards on retirement support.

Capital Adequacy

Australia Unveils Sweeping Reforms to Superannuation System

20/08/2026

The government has announced a broad package of reforms aimed at strengthening consumer protections, regulating financial advice, and overhauling compensation schemes.

Stablecoins

Hong Kong’s First Licensed Stablecoin ‘Not Production-Ready’, Review Finds

20/08/2026

A security review of Hong Kong's first licensed stablecoin has found significant flaws, raising questions about its alignment with regulatory guidelines.

Payments & Settlements

RBNZ Proposes Overhaul of New Zealand’s Retail Payments System

20/08/2026

The RBNZ has launched a consultation to modernise the country's retail payment system, citing significant gaps and proposing major governance and infrastructure reforms.

Clearing & Post-Trade

ASX Finalises Higher Capital Rules for Third-Party Clearing

20/08/2026

Following industry consultation, ASX will proceed with plans to double the base capital requirement for third-party clearers to AUD 10 million, aiming to better reflect their risk profile.

Trading & Investment

Korea to Revise Tax Plan After Investor Backlash

20/08/2026

The government is reconsidering controversial changes to savings accounts and property taxes following widespread public and political criticism of its 2026 reform package.