Data Privacy

Hong Kong to Create Mainland Data Flow Mechanism in AI Push

26/08/2025

Financial Secretary Paul Chan has announced plans for secure cross-border data transfer as HKIC launches new AI talent initiatives.

KYC & CDD

Hong Kong Banks Propose ID Verification Platform to Handle Mainland Customers

25/08/2025

Hong Kong banks are reportedly calling on regulators to establish a new channel to enable them to verify Mainland customers' identities.

Reporting & Disclosures

Verra Developing New Carbon Credit Registry to Boost Transparency

25/08/2025

Verra and S&P Global are building a "next-generation" carbon credit registry, aiming to enhance transparency and efficiency for carbon market participants.

Cryptocurrency

Philippine Lawmaker Proposes Bill to Establish National Bitcoin Reserve

25/08/2025

A new bill directs the BSP to acquire 10,000 Bitcoin over five years and hold it for two decades to diversify national assets.

Anti-Bribery & Corruption

China: Ex-IPO Regulator Faces Prosecution After CNY 300m Cash Seizure

21/08/2025

The former CSRC official was expelled from the Chinese Communist Party after being accused of making illicit gains from pre-IPO shares.

Supervision & Enforcement

ASIC Details Crackdown on Super Funds, Macquarie and Greenwashing

21/08/2025

In H1 2025, ASIC secured AUD 57.5 million in penalties, launched an inquiry into ASX, and took multiple actions against Macquarie and AustralianSuper.

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Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

ASIC Expands Website Takedown Capability to Include Social Media Ads

21/08/2025

ASIC is expanding its website takedown capability to include social media advertisements in response to evolving tactics employed by scammers.

Payments & Settlements

PSE Amends Business Continuity Rules for Market, Brokers

21/08/2025

The PSE has changed its market halt trigger to a value-based metric and is requiring all brokers to have "correspondent arrangements" in place.

Operational Risk

APRA Corporate Plan Highlights Focus on System-Wide Resilience

21/08/2025

APRA has sharpened its focus on cyber risks, super fund expenditure, and striking a better balance between financial safety and productivity.