Data Privacy

Australia Issues New Data Breach Guidance Amid Record Notifications

17/07/2026

Data breach notifications received by the OAIC hit a record high in 2025, with the financial services sector being the second-most affected industry.

Supervision & Enforcement

ASIC Bans Another Former MWL Adviser in Shield Fund Saga

17/07/2026

The five-year ban is the latest in a series of regulatory actions related to the collapsed fund and advice firm MWL Financial Services.

Data Privacy

Vietnam Proposes New Law Banning 'Core' Data Exports

16/07/2026

A proposed law would ban the export of 'core' data and require security ministry approval for other key transfers, adding a new layer to the country's complex data regime.

Market Risk

Japan Signals Intention to Use GPIF to Bolster Domestic Bonds

16/07/2026

Finance minister Satsuki Katayama has hinted at a possible portfolio review for the world's largest pension fund, sparking speculation about a pivot towards domestic assets.

Structural Regulation

New Zealand Consults on Next Phase of Capital Markets Reforms

16/07/2026

New Zealand has launched a public consultation on a second phase of capital market reforms, targeting eight key areas to boost growth and competitiveness.

AI Risk & Governance

Australia to Legislate National Framework and Standards for AI

16/07/2026

The government will introduce a “world-leading” AI framework, establishing national standards for AI, strict new rules for data centres, and robust protections for creative content.

Cybersecurity

Taiwan Issues AI Cyber Attack Guidance for Financial Firms

16/07/2026

The FSC has released recommendations for firms to counter emerging cybersecurity threats from frontier AI models, urging a focus on resilience and defensive AI.

Structural Regulation

Hong Kong AFRC Flags Audit Deficiencies Amid IPO Surge

16/07/2026

The AFRC has published its annual inspection and inaugural enforcement reports, highlighting recurring audit quality issues and vowing tougher scrutiny.

Trading & Investment

HKEX Sets 3 August Launch Date for Phase 2 of Spreads Reduction Plan

15/07/2026

HKEX will further narrow spreads for lower-priced stocks from 3 August, following a successful first phase that has so far improved trading efficiency and execution times.