Crypto / Digital Assets

BCBS Finalises Third-Party Risk Rules, Expedites Crypto Standard Review

21/11/2025

The BCBS has approved final principles for third-party risk management and will fast-track a review of the cryptoasset standard.

Crypto / Digital Assets

AMINA Bank Secures Hong Kong Licence for Institutional Crypto Services

20/11/2025

AMINA Bank is the first international banking group to secure authorisation in Hong Kong to offer regulated crypto trading and custody to professional investors.

APRA Publishes New Report on Financial System Risks

20/11/2025

APRA’s new report highlights rising household debt and investor lending, signalling potential use of further macroprudential tools.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Japanese Asset Managers Consider Crypto Funds Amid Regulatory Thaw - Report

20/11/2025

Six major firms including Nomura and SBI are exploring crypto investment trusts, contingent on key tax and legal reforms.

Securities / Derivatives

Hong Kong SFC Flags Derivatives Rule Changes, Eyes Deeper China Links

20/11/2025

The SFC is consulting on new capital and investor ID rules while planning for Southbound Swap Connect access.

Crypto / Digital Assets

FSB Outlines 2026 Agenda Targeting Crypto, NBFI, Regulatory Alignment

20/11/2025

The FSB will prioritise aligning national regulations, tackling risks in non-banks and stablecoins, and improving cross-border resolution frameworks.

Fintech / Regtech

Hong Kong, Shenzhen Launch Action Plan to Build Global Fintech Hub

20/11/2025

The plan details cross-border regulatory co-operation, data validation platforms, and new funding channels to deepen financial integration by 2027.

Capital / Liquidity

HKMA Intensifies Scrutiny of Bank Property Lending – Reports

20/11/2025

The HKMA is increasing calls to lenders and questioning decisions on distressed loans and collateral valuations.

Australia CSLR Levy Estimate Sparks Calls for Reform

20/11/2025

The estimate for financial advisers is over six times the sector cap, prompting industry bodies to warn of an unsustainable burden and a broken funding model.