Cybersecurity

FSC Korea Introduces New Guidelines, Safe Harbour for AI Security Testing

06/07/2026

Regulators will exempt financial firms from sanctions for minor IT disruptions that occur during proactive AI-related security tests and patching.

Payments & Settlements

Australian Lawmakers Urge Probes Into Card Fees and Apple's Market Power

06/07/2026

A parliamentary committee has called for competition inquiries into the card payments market and Apple's dominance in digital wallets.

AI Risk & Governance

Japan Consortium to Define Legal and Governance Framework for AI Agents

04/07/2026

A 28-member group led by MUFG will examine the use of verifiable credentials to manage risks as AI agents begin to conduct financial transactions.

Cloud & Infrastructure

Independent Review Recommends Overhaul of Australia's Fintech Sandbox

04/07/2026

The review found Australia's regulatory sandbox to be ineffective and has recommended repealing its legislation for a more flexible, multi-faceted approach.

Structural Regulation

Australia Considers Break-Up of Big Four Firms After Scandals

03/07/2026

The government has released a discussion paper floating options including structural separation and bringing firms under the corporate regulator's purview.

Structural Regulation

ASX Agrees Revised Transformation Plan With ASIC and RBA

03/07/2026

ASX has secured regulatory approval for a revised transformation plan aimed at addressing significant risk and governance failings.

Structural Regulation

Korea Eases Curbs on Face-to-Face Services for Digital Banks

03/07/2026

Regulators have clarified and expanded the scope of permissible in-person activities for internet-only banks to support financial inclusion and consumer protection.

Reporting & Disclosures

New Zealand Proposes Adoption of IFRS S2 in New Climate Reporting Roadmap

03/07/2026

The XRB has opened a consultation on a plan to align with international standards, proposing a long transition period and harmonisation with Australia.

Cloud & Infrastructure

Hong Kong's Treasury Hub Ambitions Face Tech and Data Hurdles

03/07/2026

New report urges investment in technology, talent and regulatory frameworks to overcome legacy system challenges and solidify the city's regional treasury leadership.