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PEPs & Sanctions
US, UK Target HK, China Firms in New Iran Oil Sanctions
By Manesh Samtani | 22/08/2025
The sanctions target multiple shipping companies in Hong Kong, China, and the Marshall Islands for facilitating Iranian oil exports.

Stablecoins
China State Council to Consider Roadmap for Yuan Stablecoin - Reports
By Editors | 22/08/2025
Top policymakers will consider a plan to authorise yuan-backed stablecoins. Hong Kong and Shanghai are positioned as potential implementation hubs.

Trading & Investment
SEBI Considers New Intraday Curbs on Index Options Trading
By Manesh Samtani | 21/08/2025
SEBI advisory panel is weighing stricter position limits to curb speculative frenzy and protect retail investors amid a derivatives boom.

Trading & Investment
Korean Brokerages Set to Resume Daytime US Stock Trading
By Manesh Samtani | 21/08/2025
Major securities firms will restart the service after a year-long suspension, following verification of the US-based ATS provider's system stability.

Trading & Investment
HKEX Confirms Plan to Launch Board Lot Consultation This Year
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 21/08/2025
HKEX plans a consultation on adjusting stock trading size this year, building on robust first-half financial results.

Anti-Money Laundering
Industry Launches Real-time Crypto Crime Response Network
By Manesh Samtani | 21/08/2025
The Beacon Network aims to set a new standard for real-time financial crime response and prevent illicit crypto funds from being cashed out.

Clearing & Post-Trade
HKMA Urges Banks to Accelerate T+1 Settlement Preparations
By Editors | 20/08/2025
Banks are expected to assess how T+1 settlement may impact their business activities and operations, and allocate sufficient resources towards preparing for the move.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime
BOT Tightens Mobile Banking Transfer Limits to Contain Fraud
By Editors | 20/08/2025
Bank of Thailand has tightened mobile banking transfer limits, aiming to curb financial fraud and safeguard vulnerable users.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime
HKMA Outlines Tech-Driven AML Strategy, Reports Lower Fraud Losses
By Manesh Samtani | 20/08/2025
Eddie Yue details HKMA's multi-pronged approach using real-time monitoring and enhanced data sharing as new measures show early success in curbing financial crime.

Credit Risk
Korea to Embed Workplace Safety Risk into Credit and ESG Frameworks
By Manesh Samtani | 20/08/2025
Regulators will require banks to factor serious industrial accidents into lending decisions and mandate immediate public disclosure for listed firms.
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