AML / KYC

Korean Police Bust KRW 13 Billion Phishing Ring Impersonating Regulators

03/04/2026

The China-based syndicate impersonated financial regulators and prosecutors to defraud 81 victims over a one-year period, prompting police warnings.

Capital / Liquidity

ISDA Urges Regulatory Action on Australian Super Fund Liquidity Risks

03/04/2026

New report details escalating liquidity risks in Australia’s AUD 4.5 trillion superannuation sector, calling for urgent policy clarity on repos and netting.

Market Infrastructure

Philippines Finalises Stricter Rules for Payment System Disruptions

03/04/2026

New rules impose a strict, time-bound framework for participants of the Peso RTGS, introducing a one-hour reporting deadline and a two-hour trigger for contingency plans.

Market Infrastructure

ASX Overhaul Mandated After ASIC Report Finds Systemic Failures

02/04/2026

Independent inquiry finds that ASX prioritised profits over infrastructure, prompting regulators to impose a major overhaul to rebuild trust.

Capital / Liquidity

Hong Kong Shelves Plans for Statutory Corporate Rescue Regime

02/04/2026

In response to strong objections against the proposed regime from labour groups and SMEs, the government has decided to retain its existing court-supervised scheme of arrangement.

Capital / Liquidity

Korea to Block Mortgage Extensions for Multi-Homeowners

02/04/2026

The measures, part of a new household debt plan, will also impose stricter rules on P2P lenders and penalties for loan misuse.

AML / KYC

Australia Launches Public VASP Register Under Expanded AML/CTF Laws

02/04/2026

New reforms introduce greater oversight of the virtual asset sector, aligning Australia’s AML/CTF framework with global standards and increasing transparency.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Australia Passes Landmark Digital Asset Framework

02/04/2026

New legislation brings crypto exchanges and custody providers under Australia's financial services regime, requiring them to obtain an AFSL to improve consumer protection and market integrity.

ESG / Sustainability

New Zealand Finalises Exemption to Boost Green Bond Market

02/04/2026

The FMA has granted a class exemption to remove disclosure hurdles for green and sustainable bonds, aiming to grow the domestic market.