Enforcement

ASIC Bans Adviser for 7 Years Over High-Risk Super Advice

26/10/2025

ASIC found Jovan Videkanic gave inappropriate advice on self-managed super funds and speculative investments while at United Global Capital and MWL Financial Services.

Securities / Derivatives

Philippine Lawmaker Calls for Review of Rules for Preferred Shares

24/10/2025

A PSE rule requiring a PHP 1 billion or 20 percent offer size is hindering subsidiaries of listed firms from tapping capital markets, a congressman says.

PetroChina Unit Becomes First to Use New Law to Re-domicile in Hong Kong

24/10/2025

The move by the state-owned enterprise's subsidiary comes as Hong Kong reports strong interest in the streamlined corporate migration process.

Market Infrastructure

HK LegCo Panel Reviews Key Financial Reforms Amid Economic Headwinds

24/10/2025

A legislative report details discussions with regulators on key initiatives, including AI sandboxes, tokenised bonds, and deepening Mainland China market access.

AML / KYC

AUSTRAC, Pacific FIUs Deepen AML Push on Crypto, Child Exploitation

24/10/2025

A new intelligence guide and shared technology aim to help financial institutions detect emerging regional financial crime threats.

Crypto / Digital Assets

StanChart HK to Launch Crypto ETF Trading in November

24/10/2025

Standard Chartered’s move follows a survey showing that 75 percent of high-net-worth clients are interested in digital assets.

Securities / Derivatives

NZX Consults on Tailored Listing Rules for Co-operatives

23/10/2025

NZX’s proposed guidance clarifies potential waivers for rules on director independence and material transactions to provide greater flexibility and transparency.

Capital / Liquidity

APRA Proposes Flexible IRB Pathway to Boost Bank Competition

23/10/2025

APRA’s new framework offers a phased, more transparent process for internal ratings-based accreditation, responding to concerns from medium-sized banks.

Securities / Derivatives

Hong Kong and Jiangsu Province Sign MoU to Boost Financial Ties

23/10/2025

The agreement aims to deepen cooperation in capital markets, private equity, fintech, and wealth management, connecting Jiangsu firms with Hong Kong’s international financial services.