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
Capital / Liquidity
Philippines Central Bank to Cut Reserve Ratios, Overhaul Reporting
16/02/2026
New rules effective 27 February will reduce reserve requirements on certain liabilities and consolidate multiple reports into a single weekly submission for banks and quasi-banks.
Enforcement
Australia: Wealth Platforms Stop Business with Sequoia's InterPrac
16/02/2026
BT, AMP, and CFS join Macquarie and Netwealth in ceasing new business from InterPrac following the collapse of the Shield and First Guardian funds.
Securities / Derivatives
HKEX Considers Expanding Channel for Confidential IPO Filings – Report
16/02/2026
HKEX may allow traditional sector firms to file listing applications privately in a bid to enhance its competitiveness as a global IPO hub.
Securities / Derivatives
Hong Kong AFRC Demands IPO Audit Data Amid Quality Concerns
16/02/2026
AFRC orders auditors to report on IPO engagements and resources, warning of 'heightened scrutiny' amid a surge in listings.
Market Infrastructure
HKEX to Decommission Participant Gateway in Post-Trade Overhaul
16/02/2026
HKEX will phase out its legacy system by Q3 2027, mandating migration to new API and platform-based post-trade services.
Crypto / Digital Assets
Japan FSA Gives Backing to Blockchain Securities PoC
16/02/2026
Nomura, Daiwa, and three megabanks will test settling stock and bond trades using blockchain and a jointly-issued stablecoin.
ESG / Sustainability
Australia Proposes Mandatory Labels and Disclosures for Sustainable Funds
16/02/2026
The Treasury has launched a consultation on a new anti-greenwashing regime for investment products marketed as sustainable to protect retail investors.
HKEX Names First Middle East Head to Deepen Ties with Region
16/02/2026
HKEX has appointed a veteran banker to its new Riyadh office to spearhead its expansion and attract regional capital.
Securities / Derivatives
Korea FSS Outlines New 'Consulting Inspection' Model for Securities Firms
15/02/2026
The FSS details a new collaborative inspection framework in a meeting with compliance officers, while reaffirming its traditional enforcement powers.
Fintech / Regtech
KRX Acquires AI Startup to Drive Transformation, New Growth Engines
13/02/2026
The acquisition is KRX's first in its 70-year history and signals a significant strategic push into data and technology.
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