Market Infrastructure

RBNZ to Open New Phase of ESAS Applications in September

15/07/2025

The next phase of ESAS applications may include payment service providers, overseas deposit takers and operators of designated FMIs.

Fintech / Regtech

HSBC Completes DLT Tests Under HKMA's e-HKD Project

15/07/2025

HSBC has completed experiments on DLT interoperability and privacy tech, as a survey shows strong public demand for transaction privacy.

Fintech / Regtech

HKMA Calls for Enhanced NBFIs Monitoring to Counter Stability Risks

15/07/2025

HKMA’s Darryl Chan has called for agile regulation and international cooperation to manage threats from global fragmentation, innovation, and market volatility.

New Zealand FMA Launches Review into Financial Advice Access

15/07/2025

The FMA is examining barriers to advice, including subdued digital innovation, compliance costs, and adviser confidence under the new regime.

Securities / Derivatives

SFC Consults On Capital Rule Overhaul for OTC Derivatives Dealers

15/07/2025

The SFC is consulting on Basel III-aligned rules, creating new categories for dealers and introducing the first capital treatments for virtual asset derivatives.

AFCA Refines Responsible Lending Approach After Industry Feedback

14/07/2025

AFCA has updated its approach to responsible lending, clarifying loss calculations and serviceability assessment processes following consultations in 2023.

Enforcement

Australian Court Dismisses Appeal By Unlicensed Lenders

11/07/2025

Cigno Australia and BSF Solutions were found to have charged over AUD 70 million in fees on AUD 34 million in loans through an unlawful model in a case brought by ASIC.

Market Infrastructure

Australia Finalises RBA Overhaul with New Policy and Governance Rules

11/07/2025

New statements mandate the publication of interest rate votes and create a board to oversee culture, completing a major central bank reform.

Market Infrastructure

ASX Finalises Clearing Rule Changes for CHESS Replacement Release 1

11/07/2025

ASX will proceed with planned rule amendments for its clearing system overhaul after receiving limited substantive industry feedback.