Sanday Chongo Kabange

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    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

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    MAS-backed Group Urges Regulatory Convergence on Stablecoins

    04/08/2025

    A new GFTN report warns divergent national rules risk creating 'walled gardens' and calls for global standards and cooperation to unlock cross-border payment potential.

    Market Infrastructure

    RBNZ Desires Regulatory Oversight of High-Value Clearing System

    04/08/2025

    The RBNZ has launched a consultation on whether the HVCS, operated by Payments NZ, should be designated under the Financial Market Infrastructures Act 2021.

    Enforcement

    New Zealand’s Christchurch Casino Agrees to NZD 5.06m AML Penalty

    04/08/2025

    Christchurch Casinos admitted to seven breaches of New Zealand's AML laws following a regulatory investigation by the DIA.

    Australia Proposes to Extend CSLR Levy Across Wider Financial Industry

    03/08/2025

    Consultation paper proposes ways to deal with the financial advice sub-sector exceeding its statutory sub-sector levy cap by AUD 47.3 million.

    Capital / Liquidity

    Regulators Favour Indirect Public Backstops for Bank Resolution: BIS Paper

    02/08/2025

    A new BIS paper shows a move towards temporary public loans to resolution funds, which are then recouped from the financial industry to protect taxpayers.

    Securities / Derivatives

    ASX Launches "Peak Electricity" Futures Contracts for Four States

    02/08/2025

    The contracts are designed to offer more targeted hedging and trading tools that specifically cover peak electricity usage times.

    Market Infrastructure

    HKEX Overhauls IPO Rules, Launches New Public Float Consultation

    02/08/2025

    HKEX has finalised significant reforms to its IPO price discovery and allocation mechanisms, effective from August 2025.

    Market Infrastructure

    Hong Kong Touts Stability in Business Report, Flags 'Property Connect' Talks

    01/08/2025

    New government report details plans for wealth management, digital assets, and a potential 'property connect' that allows Mainland buyers to purchase Hong Kong property.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    Hong Kong Stablecoin Licensing Regime Officially Takes Effect

    01/08/2025

    Hong Kong's new regulatory framework for stablecoins has taken effect, imposing stringent capital, reserves management, and AML requirements on issuers.

    ESG / Sustainability

    Australian Bodies Launch Initiative to Support Climate Reporting

    31/07/2025

    A new partnership aims to help Australian businesses prepare for upcoming mandatory climate and sustainability disclosure requirements.

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