Sanday Chongo Kabange
Sanday Chongo Kabange is an experienced multimedia journalist and a contributor to Regulation Asia. He focuses on compliance, regulatory and legal issues for financial services.
Articles by Sanday Chongo Kabange
Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity Researchers Discover Publicly-Exposed KYC Data at ID Verification Firm
27/02/2026
An unsecured database linked to a global digital identity verification provider has exposed sensitive customer data from 26 countries.
Supervision & Enforcement
Philippines SEC Revamps Procedural Rules to Speed Up Case Adjudication
27/02/2026
The SEC has replaced its 2016 rulebook, introducing streamlined processes and a greater emphasis on electronic case management.
Structural Regulation
Philippines Adopts Tiered Public Float Rule to Bolster Listings
27/02/2026
The SEC has introduced a new framework linking minimum public ownership to market capitalisation to encourage more IPOs.
Supervision & Enforcement
New Zealand Consults on New Prudential Standards for Deposit Takers
27/02/2026
The RBNZ is seeking feedback on five new standards covering governance, risk management, and disclosure under its new deposit-taking regime.
AI Risk & Governance
Hong Kong AFRC Issues AI Governance Guidance for Accountants
27/02/2026
The AFRC has detailed the risks of AI use in the accounting profession and expectations around governance and accountability.
Anti-Money Laundering
Australian Advice Bodies Seek Additional Guidance on New AML/CTF Rules
27/02/2026
The FAAA and SMSF Association have told AUSTRAC that unclear definitions for reporting groups and inequitable due diligence arrangements risk undermining upcoming AML reforms.
AI Risk & Governance
Korea Launches Automated Service for Requesting Lower Loan Rates
26/02/2026
New service allows MyData firms to automatically request lower loan rates for consumers, aiming to boost uptake of an existing right.
Payments & Settlements
Philippines Tables Bill to Mandate Digital Payments for Government and Merchants
26/02/2026
A sweeping bill advancing in the Philippine legislature seeks to mandate digital payments for both government and merchant transactions, creating a new multi-agency oversight body.
Reporting & Disclosures
Australian Court Dismisses Landmark 'Greenwashing' Case
26/02/2026
Australia's Federal Court has dismissed a landmark 'greenwashing' case against gas producer Santos, finding its climate-related statements were not misleading.
Conduct, Culture & Accountability
ASIC Flags Spike in Corporate Governance Complaints
26/02/2026
Reports of corporate misconduct to ASIC surged 28 percent in late 2025, with the body highlighting governance failures.
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