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
Operational Risk
Australian Regulators Warn Funds on 'Payday Super' Readiness
26/03/2026
APRA and ATO are concerned that a material number of superannuation funds are not on track to meet the new three-day contribution processing rules.
Trading & Investment
Tokyo Stock Exchange Reports Progress on Lowering Investment Units
26/03/2026
A new report details efforts to reduce minimum stock investments to attract more retail investors and address resulting burdens on companies.
Tokenisation
Japanese Lawmakers Launch Task Force to Draft On-Chain Finance Rules
26/03/2026
The new LDP project team aims to create a national framework for tokenised finance, putting pressure on regulators and financial institutions.
Trading & Investment
Hong Kong Permits MPF Investment in Active ETFs with 10pc Cap
26/03/2026
The move gives pension funds access to a growing asset class, but with strict guardrails to manage risk for members.
Anti-Money Laundering
Taiwan Indicts 10 in US$1Bn Money Laundering Case Involving Macau Casinos
26/03/2026
Prosecutors have charged a gambling syndicate that used credit card overpayments and casino chip purchases to move illicit funds offshore.
Market Abuse
SFC Imposes Lifetime Ban, HKD 17.4M Fine for Fund Misconduct
25/03/2026
A former investment analyst funnelled millions from a fund to a personal company through undisclosed, unsecured loans, prompting a lifetime exclusion.
Stablecoins
Korea Launches Institutional Stablecoin Index to Boost Transparency
25/03/2026
A Moody's affiliate and a major crypto exchange have partnered to create a benchmark, aiming to enhance market oversight and transparency.
Structural Regulation
Korea Exchange to Revise Rules to Combat 'Kimchi Premium' on Gold
25/03/2026
The move will allow direct supply from LBMA-accredited refiners to stabilise prices amid extreme volatility and a persistent domestic premium.
Structural Regulation
Philippines SEC Ready for Court Battle Over PSE Director Term Limits
25/03/2026
The SEC is defending its plan to cap broker tenure on the PSE board, a move backed by business groups but opposed by long-serving directors.
Trading & Investment
Korea Launches Tax-Break Accounts to Lure Retail Funds from Abroad
25/03/2026
New "Return to Domestic Market Accounts" offer major tax incentives but face complex rules and market scepticism.
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