Markets & Infrastructure

    Trading & Investment

    GFEX Considers Introducing China’s First Cobalt Futures Contract

    By Editors | 29/06/2026

    The move would provide a new risk management tool for a strategic metal facing significant price volatility from supply and geopolitical risks.

    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    Philippines Mandates Stronger Authentication for High-Risk Transactions

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 29/06/2026

    Financial institutions must replace SMS and email one-time passwords with stronger methods for high-risk transactions starting 25 June.

    Structural Regulation

    China Drafts Law to Bolster CCP Control Over Lawyers

    By Editors | 29/06/2026

    Proposed amendments mandate party leadership in law firms and formalise a scheme for Hong Kong and Macau lawyers to practise in the GBA.

    Market Data & Technology

    Tokyo Stock Exchange to Double Trading Capacity to Ensure Stability

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 29/06/2026

    The exchange is undertaking its largest-ever system upgrade to enhance reliability and prevent disruptions following a surge in trading volumes.

    Payments & Settlements

    Singapore Charts Path for 'PayNow Gen 2' Payments Overhaul

    By Nithya Subramanian | 29/06/2026

    MAS and ABS have announced QR code interoperability, streamlined online checkouts, and new business capabilities to future-proof the nation’s instant payments infrastructure.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    BOT Warns Payment Gateways Over Unlicensed Forex Trades

    By Editors | 29/06/2026

    BOT is targeting the misuse of foreign platforms like Alipay and WeChat Pay to bypass the domestic banking system and official exchange protocols.

    Trading & Investment

    KRX Halts Launch of New Weekly Options Amid Extreme Volatility

    By Mark Johnston | 29/06/2026

    The abrupt postponement comes as regulators clash over high-risk products and extreme market volatility, fueling investor confusion and triggering a high-level audit.

    Structural Regulation

    Australia Passes Tax Reforms Targeting Property, CGT and Foreign Investment

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 29/06/2026

    New laws overhaul capital gains tax, curb property investment strategies, and implement new tax rules for foreign investors.

    Supervision & Enforcement

    ASIC Sues Keystone Directors Over Alleged A$530m Scheme Failures

    By Editors | 29/06/2026

    Federal Court proceedings allege significant governance failures by former directors and compliance committee members involving investor funds.

    Trading & Investment

    HKEX to Enhance After-Hours Derivatives Trading from July

    By Editors | 29/06/2026

    HKEX will implement changes to its after-hours session, including continuous trading during UK/US holidays and shorter breaks.

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