Emerging Prudential Risks

APRA Corporate Plan Targets AI, Geopolitical Risks and Stablecoins

21/08/2026

APRA has outlined its priorities, focusing on strengthening resilience to emerging threats while aiming for a net-neutral regulatory burden.

Anti-Money Laundering

Hong Kong SFC Issues New Guidance on Simplified eDDA Risks

21/08/2026

The SFC has outlined new risk assessment and mitigation requirements for firms using simplified electronic direct debit arrangements for client deposits.

Structural Regulation

HKEX Posts Record Profit, Advances Major Market Reforms

21/08/2026

HKEX delivered record first-half profits while advancing key reforms in market settlement, listing rules, and its multi-asset growth strategy.

Market Data & Technology

PSE Earmarks PHP 2.85 Billion for 10-Year Tech Overhaul

21/08/2026

The investment will fund a new trading engine, AI projects, and upgrades to clearing, settlement and market surveillance systems to boost resilience.

Structural Regulation

Philippines SEC Revises Market Making Rules, Hikes Capital Requirement

21/08/2026

The updated draft framework increases capital requirements to PHP 150 million, introduces asset-class specific obligations, and sets a new consultation deadline.

Structural Regulation

Australia Reviews Foreign Investment Conditions to Cut Red Tape

21/08/2026

Treasury has launched a review of conditions attached to foreign investment approvals, aiming to streamline the framework and reduce the regulatory burden on investors.

Operational Risk

Australian Regulators Warn of Widening Gap in Super Fund Retirement Performance

20/08/2026

ASIC and APRA have issued a stern warning to the superannuation industry, citing a growing divide between leaders and laggards on retirement support.

Capital Adequacy

Australia Unveils Sweeping Reforms to Superannuation System

20/08/2026

The government has announced a broad package of reforms aimed at strengthening consumer protections, regulating financial advice, and overhauling compensation schemes.

Stablecoins

Hong Kong’s First Licensed Stablecoin ‘Not Production-Ready’, Review Finds

20/08/2026

A security review of Hong Kong's first licensed stablecoin has found significant flaws, raising questions about its alignment with regulatory guidelines.