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AML / KYC

FATF Establishes New Code of Conduct for Stakeholders

By Editors | 11/08/2025

The FATF has introduced a new code to ensure integrity, professionalism, and respect among all its stakeholders.

Fintech / Regtech

StanChart, Animoca Brands and HKT Form HK Stablecoin Joint Venture

By Editors | 11/08/2025

The joint venture, Anchorpoint Financial, plans to issue a Hong Kong dollar-pegged stablecoin under the city's new regulatory regime.

Securities / Derivatives

Japan FSA Proposes EDINET Taxonomy Update, ISSB Integration Plan

By Editors | 10/08/2025

A draft 2026 taxonomy reflects recent rule changes, while a 2027 development plan confirms the future integration of ISSB sustainability standards.

Fintech / Regtech

KoFIU Launches Study on AML/CFT Standards for Stablecoins

By Manesh Samtani | 09/08/2025

The Financial Intelligence Unit has commissioned research to align with FATF standards ahead of the country's next phase of virtual asset legislation.

Capital / Liquidity

RBI Releases Final Co-lending Framework Effective January 2026

By Nithya Subramanian | 09/08/2025

The framework requires the lender to retain at least 10 percent of individual loan exposures on its books and clearly disclose roles and responsibilities to borrowers.

Enforcement

ASIC Charges Four for Laundering Scam Proceeds via Crypto

By Manesh Samtani | 08/08/2025

ASIC alleges a former barrister and three others laundered proceeds from a sophisticated fake bond scam through offshore and crypto accounts.

Securities / Derivatives

Data Shows US Move to T+1 Settlement is Paying Off

By Manesh Samtani | 07/08/2025

APAC jurisdictions considering adopting a T+1 settlement cycle have new data showing the benefits of transitioning.

Enforcement

ASX to Review Internal Processes After Human Error Halts Trading

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 07/08/2025

ASX has apologised after an administrative mistake incorrectly linked TPG Telecom to a takeover announcement, prompting a sell-off and trading halt.

Market Infrastructure

ASIC Nears Approval for Cboe to Challenge ASX Listings Monopoly

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 07/08/2025

ASIC is in the final stages of considering a listing market application from Cboe Australia, and has added North American exchanges to its approved list.