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    Data Privacy

    Hong Kong to Create Mainland Data Flow Mechanism in AI Push

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/08/2025

    Financial Secretary Paul Chan has announced plans for secure cross-border data transfer as HKIC launches new AI talent initiatives.

    Climate Risk

    China Issues New Directive to Bolster National Carbon Market

    By Manesh Samtani | 26/08/2025

    The directive aims for broader industry coverage, enhanced financial product innovation, and increased participation from financial institutions.

    Payments & Settlements

    Hong Kong Launches Enhanced Arrangements for RMB Bond Repo

    By Manesh Samtani | 26/08/2025

    The new arrangements allow re-use of Chinese bond collateral and facilitate cross-currency trades saw over CNY 3 billion in transactions on debut.

    KYC & CDD

    Hong Kong Banks Propose ID Verification Platform to Handle Mainland Customers

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 25/08/2025

    Hong Kong banks are reportedly calling on regulators to establish a new channel to enable them to verify Mainland customers' identities.

    Structural Regulation

    China Proposes Major Overhaul of Interbank FX Market Rules

    By Mark Johnston | 25/08/2025

    New draft regulations aim to strengthen comprehensive supervision, clarify market access for institutions and modernise a framework dating back to 1996.

    Trading & Investment

    SEBI Proposes Overhaul of Stock Closing Price Mechanism

    By Editors | 25/08/2025

    SEBI proposes to introduce a new Closing Auction Session, aiming to align with global practices and boost market efficiency.

    Trading & Investment

    China Launches Cross-Border Asset Management Pilot in Hainan

    By Manesh Samtani | 25/08/2025

    China has officially launched its new cross-border asset management pilot programme in Hainan, allowing overseas investors access to onshore financial products.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    JPMorgan to Pay Malaysia $330m in Final 1MDB Settlement

    By Editors | 23/08/2025

    The deal resolves all outstanding claims and follows a Swiss conviction of the bank's unit for AML failures linked to the scandal.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    AUSTRAC Orders External AML Audit of Crypto Exchange Binance

    By Editors | 22/08/2025

    AUSTRAC cited serious concerns with Binance's AML controls, governance, and a lack of understanding of local Australian risks.

    Cryptocurrency

    Japan FSA to Create New Bureau for Crypto, Insurance, Asset Management

    By Editors | 22/08/2025

    The FSA plans to reorganise in 2026, creating a new body to oversee digital finance and crypto-assets alongside insurance and asset management.

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