Market Infrastructure

RBA Warns of Intervention as Industry Stalls on Payments Modernisation

06/03/2026

The RBA has signalled it will take action if the industry fails to agree on modernising A2A payments, with new card payment rules also imminent.

AML / KYC

AUSTRAC Issues Guidance on New Powers to Compel AML Examination

06/03/2026

AUSTRAC has detailed how it will use new powers to compel individuals to attend examinations and answer questions under oath.

Securities / Derivatives

Australia Risks Missing AUD 24bn Digital Finance Opportunity, Report Warns

06/03/2026

DFCRC report urges policy reform, warning that regulatory uncertainty and a lack of coordination could cost Australia an AUD 24 billion annual economic opportunity.

Capital / Liquidity

Hong Kong Banks Extends Loan Relief for Tai Po Fire Victims

06/03/2026

HKMA and HKAB announce extended loan repayment holidays and flexible mortgage arrangements for residents affected by the Wang Fuk Court fire.

Securities / Derivatives

ASX Partners With LSEG to Modernise ASX 24 Derivatives Platform

06/03/2026

The partnership will integrate LSEG's low-latency technology to enhance the resilience, performance, and capacity of Australia’s primary derivatives venue.

AML / KYC

Australia’s Federal Court Finds Two Star Execs Breached Duties

06/03/2026

A landmark judgment clears seven non-executive directors but finds two senior executives failed in their duties regarding money laundering risks.

Fintech / Regtech

Hong Kong Regulators Expand GenAI Sandbox Across Entire Financial Sector

06/03/2026

The initiative now covers securities, insurance, pensions and payments, offering firms free computing power to test AI in a controlled environment.

ESG / Sustainability

SFC Chief Outlines Five-Point Strategy for Maintaining Market Resilience

06/03/2026

Julia Leung warns against complacency amid market buoyancy, outlining a five-point strategy for APAC to build resilience through technology and collaboration.

Crypto / Digital Assets

South Korea Discusses 'Phase 2' Crypto Law, Stablecoin Rules

06/03/2026

A government committee has reviewed proposals for a new Digital Asset Basic Act, including rules for stablecoins and exchange liability.