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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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