Sanday Chongo Kabange
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.
Articles by Sanday Chongo Kabange
Operational Risk
HKMA Finalises Rules for New Consumer Credit Data-Sharing Regime
15/06/2026
The HKMA has finalised rules for its new credit data-sharing model, requiring banks to use multiple credit reference agencies and conduct annual switch-over drills to ensure operational resilience.
Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime
Australia Expands AFCA's Role to Cover New Scams Framework
15/06/2026
AFCA has been authorised to act as the single external dispute resolution body for scams, bringing banks, telcos and digital platforms under one framework.
Anti-Bribery & Corruption
Bithumb CEO Named Suspect in South Korea Bribery Probe
15/06/2026
Bithumb CEO named a suspect in a bribery investigation involving the hiring of a lawmaker’s son, adding to the firm’s legal and regulatory challenges.
Credit Risk
South Korea Moves to Rein in Surging Household Debt
15/06/2026
Regulators have activated an emergency system and are pressing banks to curb credit lines following a sharp, credit-fuelled rise in household borrowing in May.
Alternative Markets
Korea to Launch Public-Private Platform to Boost Venture Capital
12/06/2026
The FSS is partnering with Naver Pay to launch a new platform aimed at tackling information asymmetry and revitalising the venture capital market.
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.
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