Market Infrastructure

ASX Launches First Phase of CHESS Replacement Project

21/04/2026

ASX has launched the new clearing component of its CHESS system, with the second phase for settlement services targeted for 2029.

Securities / Derivatives

SFC Chair: Accountant Shortage a Threat to Hong Kong’s Market Integrity

21/04/2026

Kelvin Wong said a severe and structural talent shortage of accountants could weaken Hong Kong’s competitiveness and pose risks to market integrity.

Market Infrastructure

ASIC Consults on Overhaul of FMI Regulatory Guides

21/04/2026

ASIC is seeking feedback on updated guidance for market operators, trade repositories, and benchmark administrators.

ESG / Sustainability

HKIMR Outlines Hong Kong's Path to Become Transition Finance Hub

21/04/2026

A new report from the HKMA’s research arm outlines five key policy considerations to scale transition finance, following a global industry survey.

Crypto / Digital Assets

SFC Unveils Framework for Secondary Trading of Tokenised Funds

21/04/2026

The new pilot framework allows SFC-authorised tokenised investment products to be traded on licensed crypto platforms, expanding retail investor access.

Securities / Derivatives

Prediction Markets May Constitute Illegal Gambling, HK Regulator Warns

21/04/2026

The SFC’s investor education arm has stated that prediction market trading is not protected by securities law and may be illegal.

Securities / Derivatives

HKEX Links Derivatives Clearing to HKMA Settlement System

21/04/2026

The move will see HKEX's options and futures clearing houses sweep cash balances intra-day to new accounts at the HKMA.

Enforcement

Australian Firms and Directors to Pay AUD 7 Million for Credit Act Breaches

20/04/2026

The Federal Court of Australia has penalised two financial firms and their directors for operating a lending model designed to bypass consumer credit laws.

Fintech / Regtech

Fintech FNZ Facing USD 4.6 Billion Class Action in New Zealand

20/04/2026

Hundreds of employee shareholders are suing the global fintech giant in a New Zealand court, alleging fundraising deals unfairly diluted their holdings.