AML / KYC

Japan FSA Admits Hitachi-Led Crypto AML Project into Sandbox

02/03/2026

A consortium of financial and tech firms will test a collaborative information-sharing framework to combat money laundering involving crypto-assets.

Capital / Liquidity

Korea to Overhaul Rules on Management of Delinquent Debt

02/03/2026

Regulators are introducing sweeping reforms to promote early-stage debt restructuring and curb aggressive collection and debt sale practices by financial firms.

Capital / Liquidity

Cambodia Sets New Asset Management Rules to Tackle NPLs

02/03/2026

New regulations establish a framework for asset management institutions, setting minimum capital, licensing fees, and strict rules on activities to manage bad loans.

ESG / Sustainability

WFE Guide Outlines Path for Issuers to Access Transition Finance

01/03/2026

New guide details how to build credible transition plans, choose the right instruments, and navigate a complex, evolving regulatory landscape to tap into the market.

Market Infrastructure

Australia Making ‘Gradual Progress’ on G20 Payment Goals, RBA Says

01/03/2026

New report details mixed results on cost and speed targets, highlighting upcoming regulatory changes for AML/CTF and payment service providers.

Capital / Liquidity

New Zealand Finalises Key Decisions in Review of Bank Capital Rules

27/02/2026

The RBNZ has finalised its 2025 capital review, introducing loss-absorbing capacity instruments and setting a multi-year transition plan starting in October 2026.

Market Infrastructure

SFC Calls on Firms to Participate in Rehearsals for HKEX Network Upgrade

27/02/2026

Exchange Participants must test connectivity ahead of a Q3 2026 system cutover designed to boost market stability and resilience.

Fintech / Regtech

BSP to Mandate Annual Cybersecurity Self-Assessments for Banks

27/02/2026

New rules will require financial institutions to measure their cyber maturity against a new framework and report annually to the BSP.

Enforcement

Hong Kong SFC Bans Former Representative of Sun Hung Kai for Life

27/02/2026

The individual conducted unauthorised trades and forged documents over a five-year period to conceal significant client losses.