Enforcement

SFC Fines HSBC HKD 4.2m for Research Disclosure Breaches

26/08/2025

The SFC cited years of systemic data and control deficiencies that led to thousands of incorrect disclosures in investment research reports.

Fintech / Regtech

Australian Super Funds Urges ASIC to Create Digital Disclosure Sandbox

26/08/2025

Australia's industry body for super funds has called on ASIC to provide a safe testing environment for innovative communication methods like infographics and modular content.

Securities / Derivatives

New Zealand FMA Warns 'Shadow Insider Trading' May Breach Laws

26/08/2025

The FMA has clarified that using confidential information about one company to trade in a related firm is a conduct risk.

Fintech / Regtech

Hong Kong to Create Mainland Data Flow Mechanism in AI Push

26/08/2025

Financial Secretary Paul Chan has announced plans for secure cross-border data transfer as HKIC launches new AI talent initiatives.

Fintech / Regtech

Hong Kong Banks Propose ID Verification Platform to Handle Mainland Customers

25/08/2025

Hong Kong banks are reportedly calling on regulators to establish a new channel to enable them to verify Mainland customers' identities.

ESG / Sustainability

Verra Developing New Carbon Credit Registry to Boost Transparency

25/08/2025

Verra and S&P Global are building a "next-generation" carbon credit registry, aiming to enhance transparency and efficiency for carbon market participants.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Philippine Lawmaker Proposes Bill to Establish National Bitcoin Reserve

25/08/2025

A new bill directs the BSP to acquire 10,000 Bitcoin over five years and hold it for two decades to diversify national assets.

Enforcement

China: Ex-IPO Regulator Faces Prosecution After CNY 300m Cash Seizure

21/08/2025

The former CSRC official was expelled from the Chinese Communist Party after being accused of making illicit gains from pre-IPO shares.

Enforcement

ASIC Details Crackdown on Super Funds, Macquarie and Greenwashing

21/08/2025

In H1 2025, ASIC secured AUD 57.5 million in penalties, launched an inquiry into ASX, and took multiple actions against Macquarie and AustralianSuper.

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