Hong Kong Gazettes Bill to Enhance Tax Reporting Framework

26/03/2026

The proposed amendments introduce mandatory registration for financial institutions, stricter record-keeping, and higher penalties in response to an OECD review.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Korean Regulators Warn of Extreme Price Risk in Virtual Asset Sector

26/03/2026

The average max drawdown for virtual assets was 73% in H2 2025, compared to just 28.3% for the KOSPI and 18.8% for the KOSDAQ.

Securities / Derivatives

Korea FSS Mandates New Disclosure Rules for Real Estate Funds

26/03/2026

New rules require asset managers to disclose worst-case scenarios and secure CEO sign-off to enhance investor protection and accountability.

Australian Regulators Warn Funds on 'Payday Super' Readiness

26/03/2026

APRA and ATO are concerned that a material number of superannuation funds are not on track to meet the new three-day contribution processing rules.

Securities / Derivatives

Tokyo Stock Exchange Reports Progress on Lowering Investment Units

26/03/2026

A new report details efforts to reduce minimum stock investments to attract more retail investors and address resulting burdens on companies.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Japanese Lawmakers Launch Task Force to Draft On-Chain Finance Rules

26/03/2026

The new LDP project team aims to create a national framework for tokenised finance, putting pressure on regulators and financial institutions.

Securities / Derivatives

Hong Kong Permits MPF Investment in Active ETFs with 10pc Cap

26/03/2026

The move gives pension funds access to a growing asset class, but with strict guardrails to manage risk for members.

AML / KYC

Taiwan Indicts 10 in US$1Bn Money Laundering Case Involving Macau Casinos

26/03/2026

Prosecutors have charged a gambling syndicate that used credit card overpayments and casino chip purchases to move illicit funds offshore.

Enforcement

SFC Imposes Lifetime Ban, HKD 17.4M Fine for Fund Misconduct

25/03/2026

A former investment analyst funnelled millions from a fund to a personal company through undisclosed, unsecured loans, prompting a lifetime exclusion.