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    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    Malaysia Passes Cybercrimes Bill to Tackle Surging Online Fraud

    By Nithya Subramanian | 22/07/2026

    The new law repeals 27-year-old legislation, introducing new duties for service providers and expanded powers for authorities to combat financial crime and identity theft.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    Thailand, China to Jointly Tackle Financial Crime, 'Grey Capital'

    By Editors | 22/07/2026

    The new framework will enhance cooperation on AML and combatting online scams, with Thailand pressing China to address illicit "grey business" investments.

    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    Taiwan Amends Anti-Fraud Rules to Mandate VASP and Bank Collaboration

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/07/2026

    The amendments introduce an anti-fraud platform and cross-sector inquiry mechanisms, expanding compliance duties for FIs and VASPs.

    AI Risk & Governance

    China Unveils Global AI Plan Focusing on Data Flows and Governance

    By Mark Johnston | 21/07/2026

    New action plan and presidential speech outline a vision for international cooperation, shared standards, and support for developing nations.

    Trading & Investment

    Hong Kong Considers Scrapping Lunch Break in Trading Hours Overhaul

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 21/07/2026

    HKEX has floated early-stage proposals to extend cash market trading, including a potential evening session, to bolster the city’s global competitiveness.

    Alternative Markets

    Singapore Considers Introducing Tax Incentives for Fund Managers

    By Nithya Subramanian | 21/07/2026

    MAS is reviewing tax incentives for fund managers amid concerns that new measures in Hong Kong could lure away talent.

    AI Risk & Governance

    Australia to Legislate ‘Digital Duty of Care’ for AI

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 21/07/2026

    The government has outlined five key priorities to strengthen AI safety, including new legislation and a framework for automated decision-making.

    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    Public-Private Partnerships Must Evolve to Stop Crypto Scams: Experts

    By Nithya Subramanian | 21/07/2026

    Industry leaders and law enforcement cite slow legal processes and data silos as key obstacles in existing public-private partnerships.

    Cryptocurrency

    Japan Passes Landmark Bill to Reclassify Crypto as Financial Products

    By Nithya Subramanian | 17/07/2026

    The new legislation paves the way for a significant tax reduction and potential spot crypto ETFs, while imposing stricter rules on market participants.

    Structural Regulation

    Korea Halts New Single-Stock ETFs, Tightens Trading Rules

    By Manesh Samtani | 17/07/2026

    Authorities will halt new listings, triple cash deposit requirements, and tighten trading rules to cool speculative fervour and protect investors.

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