Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Thailand to Tighten Crypto Mining Imports After Major Electricity Theft Bust

29/07/2026

A crackdown on an illegal crypto mining operation causing THB 280 million in damages has prompted the prime minister to order a review of import controls for mining hardware.

Clearing & Post-Trade

ASX Finance Chief to Retire Amid Leadership Overhaul

29/07/2026

The departure adds to senior management turnover as the exchange navigates a critical technology rebuild under intense regulatory scrutiny.

Market Abuse

SFC Fines Bright Smart Securities Over Wash Trade Control Failures

29/07/2026

The SFC has penalised a local brokerage for inadequate controls that failed to detect and prevent extensive client wash trading.

Structural Regulation

Rest Super Pushes for Standardised Australian Investment Labels

29/07/2026

One of Australia’s largest super funds is urging the government to police inconsistent product labels to reduce complexity and improve transparency.

Structural Regulation

Hong Kong Consults on Tiered Tax Regime for Corporate Treasury Centres

28/07/2026

The proposed two-tier system aims to address industry "pain points" and enhance the city's appeal as a hub for multinational treasury operations.

Structural Regulation

Hong Kong SFC Overhauls Framework for L&I Products

28/07/2026

The regulator has introduced a flexible leverage structure and enhanced disclosure rules to manage risks in the city's rapidly growing L&I products market.

Cybersecurity

Hong Kong Sets 2030 Deadline for Quantum Readiness

28/07/2026

The HKMA has directed the city’s banks to achieve full preparedness for cybersecurity risks posed by quantum computing by 2030, after a new benchmark revealed the sector is at a very early stage in its transition.

Trading & Investment

HKEX Finalises Launch Details for New Five-Year CGB Futures

28/07/2026

HKEX has finalised the rules and operational arrangements for its new offshore renminbi interest rate product, which commences trading on 3 August.

Anti-Money Laundering

Hong Kong Banks Urged to Improve Practices Amid Rise in Complaints

28/07/2026

The HKMA has highlighted a rise in complaints linked to account monitoring and called on banks to improve digital-era services.