ESG / Sustainability

ESG / Sustainability

Australia Proposes Mandatory Labels and Disclosures for Sustainable Funds

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 16/02/2026

The Treasury has launched a consultation on a new anti-greenwashing regime for investment products marketed as sustainable to protect retail investors.

Market Infrastructure

Taiwan Proposes Overhaul of Bank Internal Control and Audit Rules

By Manesh Samtani | 16/02/2026

The reforms will formally embed the Three Lines Model into Taiwan's regulatory framework and require firms to appoint chief officers for compliance, risk, and information security.

ESG / Sustainability

SC Malaysia Appoints First Social Exchange Platform Operator

By Nithya Subramanian | 13/02/2026

The social exchange will provide a structured and transparent avenue for non-profit organisations to raise donations for eligible social projects.

Securities / Derivatives

SSE Unveils 2026 Action Plan, Pledges CNY 1.1 Billion in Fee Cuts

By Mark Johnston | 13/02/2026

The ten-point plan focuses on improving disclosure, ESG standards, and market services while delivering significant cost reductions for participants.

Fintech / Regtech

KRX Acquires AI Startup to Drive Transformation, New Growth Engines

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 13/02/2026

The acquisition is KRX's first in its 70-year history and signals a significant strategic push into data and technology.

Securities / Derivatives

Budget 2026: Singapore Pledges to Boost Equities, Startups, AI Adoption

By Nithya Subramanian | 13/02/2026

Measures include multi-billion-dollar top-ups for equity market funds, expanded support for growth-stage startups, and a new national AI strategy.

Fintech / Regtech

HKMA Targets AI, Cyber Risk, and Anti-Fraud in 2026 Priorities

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 13/02/2026

The HKMA detailed five key pillars for 2026, focusing on technology risk, SME credit flow, and investor protection.

Securities / Derivatives

Thailand Approves Digital Asset and Carbon Credit Derivatives

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 12/02/2026

Thailand greenlights derivatives for digital assets and carbon credits, aiming to modernise markets, boost risk management, and support climate goals.

ESG / Sustainability

IEEFA Urges Policy Action to Fill Southeast Asia's Adaptation Finance Gap

By Manesh Samtani | 12/02/2026

Report says clearer rules for green finance and strategic use of capital markets are vital for the region's climate resilience.