Australia Unveils Regulatory Roadmap with New Coordination Mandate

20/10/2025

The Australian government has released a two-year financial reform plan, introducing new principles to improve the rollout of major regulations.

ESG / Sustainability

Taiwan Eases ESG Reporting Rules for Small Futures Firms

17/10/2025

TAIFEX has amended its rules to provide a simplified reporting option for smaller firms while expanding GHG disclosure for larger players.

AML / KYC

HK & Mainland Police Arrest Three for Face Spoofing and Money Laundering

17/10/2025

The three members of a cross-border syndicate allegedly used pre-recorded videos to bypass facial recognition systems at digital banks.

ASX to Overhaul Governance Body After Principles Stalemate

17/10/2025

ASX says it will take direct responsibility for corporate governance principles, replacing a 19-member council with a smaller expert advisory group.

Securities / Derivatives

ISDA Urges Japan to Address Inefficiencies in Derivatives Market

17/10/2025

A new report from ISDA highlights that removing barriers like low automation and uneven liquidity is key to Japan's global asset management goals.

Enforcement

Hong Kong AFRC Fines PwC, Two Auditors Over Deficient Audits

16/10/2025

The AFRC says the sanctions relate to multiple, pervasive audit deficiencies in the 2010 and 2011 audits of Hong Kong-listed Dynasty Fine Wines Group Limited.

AML / KYC

AUSTRAC to Get Additional Powers to Combat Crypto ATM Crimes

16/10/2025

New legislation will empower AUSTRAC to restrict or prohibit high-risk products and give banks new tools to disrupt money mule accounts.

ESG / Sustainability

Finance Sector Risks Losing Public Trust Over AI Ethics, Report Warns

16/10/2025

A new report by the ACCA and the CISI urges action on skills and governance, highlighting risks from 'black box' algorithms, audit automation and undisclosed data sharing.

ESG / Sustainability

ASEAN Banks' Climate Pledges Undermined by Gaps in Fossil Fuel Policy

16/10/2025

A new report shows progress on governance and targets, but slow implementation of coal phase-out policies and weak restrictions on oil and gas financing.