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EU, Australia Announce Tightening of Sanctions on Russia

By Manesh Samtani | 20/09/2025

The EU proposes targeting Chinese and Indian firms in a new package, while Australia lowers the Russian oil price cap in a coordinated push.

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Australia Eases Licensing Rules for Stablecoin Intermediaries

By Manesh Samtani | 19/09/2025

ASIC has exempted distributors of licensed stablecoins from holding separate financial services licences to support innovation pending broader reforms.

Securities / Derivatives

Taiwan and Japan Launch First Cross-Border ETF Listings

By Manesh Samtani | 19/09/2025

Nomura Asset Management has listed feeder ETFs on the Taiwan and Tokyo stock exchanges, marking a key step in regional capital market integration.

Securities / Derivatives

Hong Kong and UAE Launch Fund Passport, Agree Stock Exchange Cooperation

By Manesh Samtani | 19/09/2025

Regulators have established a mutual recognition framework for funds, while the Hong Kong and Abu Dhabi exchanges will explore cross-listings and ETFs.

AML / KYC

HKMA Prepares to Roll Out Personal Account Info-Sharing to Combat Fraud

By Manesh Samtani | 19/09/2025

The HKMA is enabling banks to share client data on suspected mule accounts, part of a broader push involving AI and data analytics.

Fintech / Regtech

FSC Korea Rejects All Bids for Fourth Internet Bank Licence

By Manesh Samtani | 18/09/2025

The FSC found all four applicants unsuitable for preliminary approval, citing weak capitalisation, unclear shareholder structures, and inadequate funding plans.

Capital / Liquidity

HK Property Firms Propose HK$20 Billion Fund to Avert Crisis

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 18/09/2025

The CRECCHKI has warned that a 'vicious cycle' of bad loans and forced sales threatens systemic financial risk, proposing a fund to buy distressed CRE assets.

Crypto / Digital Assets

India Mandates Cybersecurity Audits for All Crypto Exchanges

By Nithya Subramanian | 18/09/2025

Cybersecurity audits will be mandatory for exchanges seeking registration with the FIU. CERT-In has been designated as the overseeing agency.

Fintech / Regtech

Singapore Introduces New Measures Against Scam Mules

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 18/09/2025

The new framework to be implemented starting next month aims to curb soaring scam losses by restricting financial and mobile access for individuals facilitating fraud.