Alternative Markets

Hong Kong Considers Tax Exemption on Carried Interest to Attract Talent

31/05/2026

The government is considering a plan to waive taxes on fund managers' performance bonuses to bolster the city's competitiveness as a premier asset and wealth management hub.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Australia Details Mandatory Anti-Scam Codes for Key Sectors

30/05/2026

New mandatory codes will require banks, telcos and digital platforms to prevent, detect and disrupt scams, with detailed provisions for consumer redress and liability.

Custody & Infrastructure

Standard Chartered Solidifies Digital Asset Custody Push in Hong Kong

30/05/2026

The bank has launched a service with SOLOWIN, is acquiring Zodia's custody arm, and has won a mandate from TP ICAP.

Structural Regulation

OECD Urges Major Overhaul of New Zealand’s Capital Markets

29/05/2026

A new OECD report calls for wide-ranging reforms to deepen New Zealand’s shallow capital markets, including changes to pension savings, listing rules and SME financing.

Emerging Prudential Risks

NZ Financial Industry to Fund Own Supervision Under New Levy

29/05/2026

New Zealand's government has announced the financial industry will fund its own prudential supervision, with a consultation on the levy's design set to begin in July.

Stablecoins

New Zealand FMA to Create ‘On-Ramp’ Licence After Sandbox Review

29/05/2026

The FMA has published findings from its fintech sandbox, acknowledging industry frustrations and outlining a new strategy that includes a proportionate licensing pathway.

Custody & Infrastructure

HKMA Sets New Rules for Virtual Asset Financing and Custody

29/05/2026

The regulator has issued new guidance permitting virtual asset financing and updating custody standards for banks and institutions.

KYC & CDD

HKMA Issues Guidance on Banking Services for Higher-Risk Individuals

29/05/2026

The HKMA has told authorised institutions to ensure higher-risk individuals have access to basic banking services.

KYC & CDD

Hong Kong Banks Tighten Rules on Mainland Client Accounts

29/05/2026

Lenders are requiring new declarations on fund origins and raising account opening thresholds following new directives from local regulators.