Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Australian Banks Told to Look Beyond Staff Error for Code Breaches

30/07/2026

New report reveals over 9,000 banking code breaches in six months, and calls on FIs to address systemic issues rather than blaming employees.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Hong Kong to Mandate Biometric Checks for MPF Withdrawals

29/07/2026

The move aims to combat fraud by requiring most members to use the 'iAM Smart' app for real-time facial identification when accessing retirement funds.

Stablecoins

BPI to Pilot Stablecoin Remittances Under Central Bank Coordination

29/07/2026

The bank is testing a stablecoin-based settlement system for cross-border payments in coordination with the BSP.

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.