Securities / Derivatives

Sanctions

US Investors Push Asian Funds to Ringfence Restricted Chinese Assets

By Manesh Samtani | 09/03/2026

Geopolitical tensions and US restrictions are driving institutional clients to demand special vehicles that exclude sensitive Chinese sectors from regional investment strategies.

Securities / Derivatives

Australian Accounting Bodies Call for Stronger Safeguards Against Risky Funds

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 09/03/2026

Joint submission argues that ASIC needs stronger powers to block risky managed investment schemes before they launch, citing recent failures.

Securities / Derivatives

ASIC Revises Benchmark and Disclosure Rules for Hedge Funds

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 09/03/2026

The updated guide builds on a framework that was established over ten years ago in response to the collapse of Trio Capital, which had invested in overseas hedge funds.

Securities / Derivatives

CSRC Vows Sweeping Capital Market Reforms and Tougher Oversight

By Mark Johnston | 09/03/2026

CSRC chairman Wu Qing outlined plans to ease listing rules for innovative firms, crack down on fraud, and enhance investor protection to bolster market confidence.

Crypto / Digital Assets

New Zealand Firm Launches Digital Tokens Backed by Physical Gold, Silver

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 09/03/2026

Auckland-based Techemynt is issuing gold and silver-backed tokens, applying national AML laws to direct purchasers of the assets.

Securities / Derivatives

FIA Outlines Risks, Roadmap for 24/7 Derivatives Trading

By Manesh Samtani | 08/03/2026

FIA says clearing, payment, and operational systems must be modernised to support around-the-clock markets without introducing systemic risk.

Securities / Derivatives

KRX Weighs Delaying Trading-hours Reform After Industry Pushback

By Nithya Subramanian | 08/03/2026

Korea Exchange is considering postponing the planned extension of its trading hours after securities firms and labour unions cite insufficient preparation time.

ESG / Sustainability

UN Reports Chart Uneven Progress on Gender Equality in Asian Boardrooms

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 08/03/2026

New data shows that while boardroom representation is rising across the APAC, a steep drop-off persists in executive roles and regulatory approaches vary widely.

Securities / Derivatives

FSS Korea Issues Warning About Misleading ETF Advertisements

By Nithya Subramanian | 06/03/2026

The regulator outlined five key points ETF investors must verify such as investment risks, fee structures, marketing claims and the accuracy of performance information.