Structural Regulation

Korea Delays Stricter Stock Delisting Rules, Amends Calculation Method

05/09/2026

The government will postpone raising market capitalisation thresholds for Kospi and KOSDAQ by six months, citing market conditions and corporate feedback.

Cloud & Infrastructure

Australia Unveils National Strategy to Drive Financial Innovation

04/09/2026

The government has launched a new plan to modernise financial regulation, enhance industry collaboration, and support the development of new technologies.

KYC & CDD

HKMA Updates Remote Onboarding Guidance Over AI Risks

04/09/2026

The HKMA has issued updated guidance for remote customer on-boarding, requiring firms to combat rising AI-driven fraud risks through continuous system updates.

Two Korean VASPs Found in Breach of Mandatory Insurance Rule

04/09/2026

Regulators have found two crypto-to-crypto exchanges violating the law by operating without mandatory liability insurance.

Alternative Markets

Australia's NSX to Challenge ASX with Lighter-Touch Regime, Global Focus

04/09/2026

NSX is planning to establish a niche for mid-cap companies and less costly regulatory framework while targeting international firms and capital.

Trading & Investment

SFC Enhances Guidance for Funds with Private Market Exposure

03/09/2026

New guidance introduces enhanced disclosure requirements and a ‘complex product’ designation for retail funds with significant exposure to private credit and equity.

Structural Regulation

Australian Government Rejects Calls for Major Overhaul of ASIC

03/09/2026

The government has backed ASIC’s current structure and powers, rejecting proposals for a split, but has noted a review into whistleblower incentives is underway.

Tokenisation

RBA Seeks Input on Tokenised Asset Settlement, Rules Out Retail CBDC for Now

03/09/2026

The RBA has launched a consultation on supporting a tokenised ecosystem while reaffirming no current case exists for a retail CBDC.

Custody & Infrastructure

New Zealand FMA Finds Weaknesses in Client Asset Protection

03/09/2026

FMA review identified weaknesses in how financial advice and investment management providers oversee client assets, particularly when custody is outsourced.