Sanday Chongo Kabange
Sanday Chongo Kabange is an experienced multimedia journalist and a contributor to Regulation Asia. He focuses on compliance, regulatory and legal issues for financial services.
Articles by Sanday Chongo Kabange
Data Privacy
Vietnam Proposes New Law Banning 'Core' Data Exports
16/07/2026
A proposed law would ban the export of 'core' data and require security ministry approval for other key transfers, adding a new layer to the country's complex data regime.
Market Risk
Japan Signals Intention to Use GPIF to Bolster Domestic Bonds
16/07/2026
Finance minister Satsuki Katayama has hinted at a possible portfolio review for the world's largest pension fund, sparking speculation about a pivot towards domestic assets.
Structural Regulation
New Zealand Consults on Next Phase of Capital Markets Reforms
16/07/2026
New Zealand has launched a public consultation on a second phase of capital market reforms, targeting eight key areas to boost growth and competitiveness.
AI Risk & Governance
Australia to Legislate National Framework and Standards for AI
16/07/2026
The government will introduce a “world-leading” AI framework, establishing national standards for AI, strict new rules for data centres, and robust protections for creative content.
Cybersecurity
Taiwan Issues AI Cyber Attack Guidance for Financial Firms
16/07/2026
The FSC has released recommendations for firms to counter emerging cybersecurity threats from frontier AI models, urging a focus on resilience and defensive AI.
Structural Regulation
Hong Kong AFRC Flags Audit Deficiencies Amid IPO Surge
16/07/2026
The AFRC has published its annual inspection and inaugural enforcement reports, highlighting recurring audit quality issues and vowing tougher scrutiny.
Trading & Investment
HKEX Sets 3 August Launch Date for Phase 2 of Spreads Reduction Plan
15/07/2026
HKEX will further narrow spreads for lower-priced stocks from 3 August, following a successful first phase that has so far improved trading efficiency and execution times.
Anti-Money Laundering
New Zealand DIA Flags Concerns Over Tiger Brokers' Compliance Record
15/07/2026
The warning follows significant fines against the online broker from both New Zealand and Chinese authorities for various compliance failures.
Credit Risk
Korea Unveils New Policies to Boost Regional Financial Inclusion
15/07/2026
The measures involve a bank agency pilot, a new SME joint lending scheme, and an expanded social insurance programme.
Structural Regulation
Philippines Proposes Major Overhaul of Credit Rating Agency Rules
15/07/2026
The SEC has released draft rules to strengthen oversight of credit rating agencies, aiming to boost corporate bond market development.
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