Securities / Derivatives

Hong Kong, Québec Sign Pact to Ease Cross-Border Fund Management

28/10/2025

The agreement adds Québec to Hong Kong’s list of acceptable inspection regimes, simplifying market access for its asset managers.

Fintech / Regtech

Australia Pilots Tokenised Government Bonds in RBA-Led Initiative

27/10/2025

Fintech firm, Forte Tech Solution, has tokenised AUD 3.07 million in government bonds using a stablecoin for settlement as part of an RBA research project.

Fintech / Regtech

Philippine SEC to Launch Blockchain Platform for Corporate Filings

27/10/2025

The SEC has released draft rules for a new platform that will give blockchain-signed digital documents the same legal force as notarised papers.

AML / KYC

Philippine AMLC Inks Pact with DPWH on Stolen Funds Recovery

27/10/2025

The AMLC and DPWH have formalised an asset recovery pact as the value of frozen assets linked to the flood control corruption probe nears PHP 5.2 billion.

Fintech / Regtech

Hong Kong MPFA to Boost Resources for New eMPF Platform

27/10/2025

The MPFA is directing a major service upgrade for the new eMPF Platform and has clarified how the role of financial advisers will the evolve.

Securities / Derivatives

Thai SEC Plans Rule Overhaul to Bolster Investor Protection, Curb Risk

27/10/2025

The SEC is set to grant minority shareholders greater voting powers, tighten rules on short selling, and align ESG disclosure with global standards.

ACCC Backs Industry Collaboration to Secure Australia's Cash Supply

27/10/2025

The ACCC has proposed authorising banks and retailers to collaborate on ensuring cash distribution amid concerns about the viability of services.

Enforcement

Australia Court Penalises Westpac Unit for Widespread Home Loan Failures

27/10/2025

The Federal Court has penalised the Westpac subsidiary after it admitted to systemic compliance failures, including using unlicensed referrers and falsified documents.

Trending

APRA Revises Governance Proposals After Industry Feedback

27/10/2025

APRA will extend proposed director tenure limits to 12 years and walk back plans for new board independence and pre-appointment checks.