AML / KYC

AUSTRAC Warns Crypto, Remittance Firms of Possible Regulatory Action

18/02/2025

AUSTRAC has issued alerts, a precursor to potential regulatory action, to over 50 crypto exchanges and remittance service providers.

Market Infrastructure

HKSCC Sets Launch Date for New Report Access Platform

18/02/2025

After 21 March 2025, clearing participants will no longer be able to access VaR Platform reports via the existing Report Access Platform.

Securities / Derivatives

Hong Kong SFC Offers Clarity on Listing of Alternative Funds

18/02/2025

The SFC said its door has “always been open” for closed-ended alternative funds, including PE funds, to be listed on the stock exchange.

APRA Clarifies Lending Guidance to Boost Property Construction

14/02/2025

APRA clarified that its 2017 guidance should not be taken to mean that banks should only finance property construction after it is 100% pre‑sold.

Crypto / Digital Assets

FMA Offers Regulatory Clarity for E-Money and Payments Firms

14/02/2025

The FMA said there is “no specific licence” for e-money institutions or payments service providers in New Zealand but a range of regulatory obligations still apply.

Fintech / Regtech

NZ Inland Revenue Department Consults on Open Banking

13/02/2025

New Zealand’s Inland Revenue Department is seeking information on open banking to develop a roadmap for potential use and adoption.

AML / KYC

Australia Passes “World-leading” Scams Prevention Legislation

13/02/2025

The law will introduce mandatory obligations for banks, telcos and social media platforms to prevent, detect and disrupt scams

Capital / Liquidity

HKMA Directs Banks to Enhance Interest Rate Risk Management

13/02/2025

The HKMA says AIs must strengthen the management of interest rate risk, emphasising CARs disclosure and usage of behavioural models.

Fintech / Regtech

CBA, Telstra Expands Fraud Detection Collaboration

12/02/2025

CBA and Telstra’s expanded pact will implement a new anti-scam technology to help protect customers from identity theft.