AML / KYC

Philippine Bill Seeks to Grant AMLC Wider Powers

28/11/2025

A new Senate bill aims to expand the financial intelligence unit's powers and scope to combat complex financial crime and avoid potential FATF greylisting.

Fintech / Regtech

New Zealand Banks To Compensate Scam Victims Under New Industry Code

28/11/2025

An updated industry code requires banks to adopt new scam protections and compensate eligible customers who fall victim to authorised payment scams from 30 November.

Market Infrastructure

Tokyo Bourse to Test Cloud Technology for Core Equity Trading System

28/11/2025

TSE is working with AWS and Fujitsu to explore the long-term applicability of cloud technology for its critical "arrowhead" trading platform.

Macau to Offer Stamp Duty Relief, Higher LTV Ratios to Stabilise Property Market

28/11/2025

The government will exempt stamp duty on the first MOP 6 million and raise LTVs to 80 percent for first-time homebuyers.

Fintech / Regtech

Hong Kong Details Fintech Push With Focus on AI, Shenzhen Collaboration

28/11/2025

The Financial Secretary outlined an action plan for a joint fintech hub, new AI sandbox cohorts, and cross-border payment growth.

AML / KYC

Hong Kong SFC Issues AML Warning as JFIU Prepares New STR Platform

28/11/2025

The SFC has detailed expected controls to combat layering via brokerages and virtual assets, as HKPF prepare to launch a new system for reporting suspicious transactions.

ESG / Sustainability

ASIC to Require AFS Licences for Redundancy Funds

28/11/2025

ASIC mandates AFS licensing for newly defined 'employee entitlement schemes' following significant growth and a broadening of activities in the sector.

ASIC Proposes Major Update to Financial Advertising Guidance

28/11/2025

ASIC seeks feedback on updated guidance incorporating rules on past performance, greenwashing, and social media influencers ('finfluencers').

Securities / Derivatives

HKEX Outlines Extensive Derivatives Market System Upgrades for 2026

28/11/2025

HKEX plans to enhance after-hours trading, add a new matching engine, and mandate several system upgrades for participants.