ASIC Criticises Super Funds for ‘Superficial’ Retirement Communications

15/10/2025

ASIC has found a lack of urgency among trustees in improving member engagement, with significant gaps in support for vulnerable groups.

Capital / Liquidity

New Zealand Eases LVR Restrictions for Mortgage Lending

15/10/2025

The RBNZ will increase ‘speed limits’ for high loan-to-value lending in a first decision by its new Financial Policy Committee.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Philippines Senator Refiles Bill on Digital Asset Regulatory Framework

15/10/2025

The proposed law would designate the BSP and the SEC as lead agencies for e-money and virtual assets, respectively.

Capital / Liquidity

Hong Kong to Cap Loans for Money Lenders Based on Borrower Income

15/10/2025

The FSTB is inclined to support debt-to-income ratio limits and mandate credit data sharing following a public consultation on tightening regulations.

Enforcement

ASIC Amends Lawsuit Against Equity Trustees Over Shield Fund Losses

15/10/2025

ASIC has amended its lawsuit against the superannuation trustee, adding a claim for member compensation to its initial penalty action.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Hong Kong Lawmakers Eye Stablecoins Pegged to Offshore Yuan

14/10/2025

A new LegCo special report has signalled intent by Hong Kong to seek Mainland China’s support for offshore CNY stablecoins.

Enforcement

Hong Kong Court Finds AMTD Global Markets Liable for Contempt

14/10/2025

The firm, now oOo Securities, must produce documents related to an IPO investigation and faces a fine for non-compliance.

Australia Revamps Super Taxes for High Earners, Boosts Low-Income Support

14/10/2025

The government has delayed and redesigned a controversial tax on large superannuation balances and will increase a tax offset for low-income workers.

Fintech / Regtech

China and Macao Central Banks Sign Pact to Link Payment Systems

14/10/2025

The agreement establishes a cooperation framework to improve cross-border payment efficiency and facilitate new fund transfer channels for financial institutions.