Cryptocurrency

Philippine Regulators Clarify Rules for Binance Sandbox Entry

12/06/2026

The BSP has stated that global crypto exchange Binance and its local partner lack a VASP licence, despite receiving approval to test services in the SEC's sandbox.

Structural Regulation

Philippines Issues Draft Rules on Lifting Ban on Online Lenders

12/06/2026

The SEC has released revised draft rules to lift a moratorium on online lending platforms, proposing higher capital requirements and stronger consumer protection measures.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

New Zealand FMA Warns Insurers on Sales Incentives

12/06/2026

The FMA has outlined its expectations for managing 'soft commissions' under the CoFI regime, warning of potential enforcement action for non-compliance.

Cryptocurrency

Japan Crypto Bill Passes Lower House Committee

12/06/2026

A bill to regulate crypto-assets under Japan’s securities law has passed a key committee, paving the way for new investor protections.

Cryptocurrency

Japan: Osaka Exchange to Launch Bitcoin Futures by 2028

12/06/2026

The move is aligned with planned regulatory reforms by Japan’s financial regulator to permit cryptocurrency investment trusts and ETFs.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

CA ANZ Targets Major Firms with Reviews Amid KPMG Ethics Scandal

12/06/2026

The accounting body has launched targeted reviews into major firms and is advocating for legislative reform to strengthen whistleblower protections.

Payments & Settlements

Hong Kong, Indonesia and China Ink Local Currency Settlement Deal

12/06/2026

A new framework will allow direct settlement in offshore yuan and rupiah for trade and investment between Hong Kong and Indonesia.

Tokenisation

HKMC Issues World's Largest Digital Bond at HKD 12 Billion

12/06/2026

The HKMC has set a new global benchmark with its triple-tranche digital bond, leveraging the CMU’s DLT platform.

Trading & Investment

SFC Chair Urges Chinese Asset Managers to Leverage Hong Kong for Global Growth

11/06/2026

The SFC has set out key expectations for mainland asset managers, focusing on overseas expansion, innovation, and quality-led growth to serve the real economy.