Anti-Money Laundering

Report Calls for Stricter Regulation to Combat Southeast Asian Criminal Hubs

29/10/2026

A new report identifies four major criminal hubs in Southeast Asia, urging policymakers to strengthen AML frameworks and cross-border cooperation.

Liquidity Risk

Hong Kong Weighs Raising Deposit Protection Cap to HKD 1 Million

29/10/2026

HKMA is gathering data from banks ahead of a planned review of the DPS, potentially raising the limit.

Credit Risk

Korean Regulators Warns Brokerages of Margin Loan Risks

28/10/2026

The FSS has threatened to impose additional regulations if brokerages fail to proactively manage their margin loan risks.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

ASIC Consults on Updated AFCA Oversight Guidance ahead of Scams Framework

28/10/2026

ASIC is updating its oversight of the AFCA to incorporate the incoming scams prevention framework.

Payments & Settlements

New Zealand Caps Commercial Credit Card Interchange Fees

28/10/2026

The Commerce Commission has finalised new interchange fee caps for Mastercard and Visa commercial credit cards to reduce merchant costs.

Structural Regulation

MPFA Details Implementation Plan for MPF Full Portability

28/10/2026

Around one million employees will gain greater control over their retirement savings as Hong Kong rolls out full MPF portability this December.

Cybersecurity

Japan Plans AI Cyberattack Simulations After PHP Vulnerability Disruptions

28/10/2026

Japan will establish a dedicated team to simulate AI-driven cyberattacks after critical PHP security flaws disrupted domestic financial services and government operations.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

AFCA Reports Record Complaints, Prepares for Expanded Scams Jurisdiction

27/10/2026

The AFCA recorded nearly 120,000 disputes in 2025-26, urging financial firms to improve internal resolution processes.

Trading & Investment

Taiwan Debates Keeping Stock Market Open During Typhoons

27/10/2026

The FSC is assessing the feasibility of keeping the stock market open during local typhoon-related work suspensions.