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.
AML / KYC
Philippine Central Bank to Issue Circular on Online Gambling Risks
04/07/2025
The BSP says it will require banks and electronic money issuers to better protect users of their digital platforms from online gambling risks.
AML / KYC
AUSTRAC Orders External Audit of Western Union Over “Core” AML Issues
04/07/2025
AUSTRAC’s concerns are “core anti-money laundering issues” and whether Western Union’s AML/CTF programme is functional.
Market Infrastructure
HKEX Introduces New Order Routing Service on Integrated Fund Platform
04/07/2025
The introduction of the new Order Routing Service will help transform the fund order placement process, which includes subscriptions and redemptions.
AML / KYC
ASIC Issues Warning on ‘High-Pressure’ Sales Tactics in Super Sector
03/07/2025
ASIC’s warning comes amid rising cases of retirement savings into “complex and risky schemes”.
Market Infrastructure
HK Review Panel Urges Overhaul of MPFA's Fining and Sanctioning Policies
03/07/2025
An independent review panel has called for greater consistency in the MPFA's enforcement actions, raising concerns over its new fining mechanism.
Enforcement
Hong Kong AFRC Fines Ex-CITIC Banker Over Insider Dealing
03/07/2025
The AFRC has sanctioned Wu Kam Shing after a tribunal found he used confidential information from his banking role for personal gain.
Enforcement
Australia: Ex-Wealth Manager Held in Contempt of Court
03/07/2025
The former wealth manager will never be allowed to be involved in financial services or credit activities after he "deliberately defied" a 2018 court order.
AML / KYC
New Zealand FMA Issues Warning to Investors on Crypto Risks
03/07/2025
The FMA warned that the most common crypto scams are related to fake online crypto investment platforms. New Zealand’s Financial […]
Fintech / Regtech
ACCC Grants AusPayNet Authorisation to Facilitate End of Cheques System
03/07/2025
The ACCC granted final authorisation allowing AusPayNet to engage with government and industry participants on winding down Australia’s cheque system.
Hong Kong Rejects Calls to Allow MPF Use for Home Purchases
03/07/2025
The government has dismissed proposals for housing loans and dedicated accounts, citing risks to retirement savings and the need for higher contributions.
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