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.
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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