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    Structural Regulation

    CSRC Outlines Series of Measures to Ensure Market Stability

    By Manesh Samtani | 24/07/2026

    The CSRC has vowed to implement counter-cyclical adjustments and stricter supervision following a series of high-level meetings aimed at calming market participants.

    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    UNODC: Criminal Ecosystem in South-East Asia Now a ‘Corporate Franchise’

    By | 24/07/2026

    New report details a fundamental shift in organised crime, with service-based syndicates using proprietary fintech and exploiting governance gaps, posing systemic risks.

    Structural Regulation

    India's IFSCA to Expand GIFT City Fund Access

    By Nithya Subramanian | 24/07/2026

    GIFT City regulator proposes to allow distributors to offer investment products from the EU, UAE, Singapore and Australia.

    Structural Regulation

    Japan Finalises New Corporate Governance Code

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/07/2026

    Regulators have released a streamlined corporate governance code, urging listed firms to prioritise long-term value and growth investments over formalism.

    Stablecoins

    South Korea Unveils Roadmap for Won Internationalisation

    By Mark Johnston | 22/07/2026

    The plan aims to make the won freely convertible through a new offshore settlement system and a formal framework for digital assets.

    Structural Regulation

    ASX Consults on Major Update to Corporate Governance Principles

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/07/2026

    The Australian bourse has launched a public consultation on the 5th edition of its Principles, aiming to simplify the framework and remove regulatory duplication.

    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.

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