Markets & Infrastructure

Payments & Settlements

RBI Consolidates E-Mandate Rules, Includes Cross-Border Payments

By Nithya Subramanian | 22/04/2026

The new framework standardises rules for recurring payments, introduces higher AFA-free limits for key financial products, and enhances consumer protection.

Structural Regulation

Australia FSC Sets New Governance Standard for Super Platforms

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/04/2026

Industry body acts to strengthen oversight of investments and financial advisers on wrap platforms ahead of potential government regulation and following recent market failures.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Australian Regulator Fines Latitude Finance for Spam Breaches

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/04/2026

The non-bank lender must appoint an independent consultant after millions of compliance failures under the Spam Act.

Supervision & Enforcement

Korea FSS Resumes On-Site Inspections of Private Equity Firms

By Mark Johnston | 22/04/2026

The FSS has begun its first on-site inspection of 2026 at VIG Partners, signalling a continued regulatory crackdown on the sector.

Trading & Investment

HKEX Lists Largest Physical Gold ETF Amid Regulatory Push

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/04/2026

The launch of Hong Kong's largest physical gold ETF aligns with the city's strategy to become a regional bullion hub, supported by regulators.

Credit Risk

Private Credit Industry Debates Changes Amid Investor, Regulator Scrutiny

By Nithya Subramanian | 22/04/2026

Firms are considering longer lock-ups and flexible redemption caps as regulators across Asia Pacific seek greater disclosure.

Structural Regulation

PSE Proposes to Ease Preferred Share Listing Rules

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/04/2026

The PSE has launched a consultation on proposed rule changes designed to lower the barrier for companies, including SMEs, seeking to list via preferred shares.

Payments & Settlements

Japan's SBI Remit Partners Tottori Bank for DLT Remittances

By Editors | 22/04/2026

The move expands a Ripple-powered payment network to 26 institutions, targeting low-value transfers for foreign workers amid rising compliance costs for traditional systems.

Trading & Investment

HKEX Plans Zero-Day Options Launch for Early 2027

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/04/2026

HKEX is reportedly working to introduce same-day expiry options on the Hang Seng Index, following a global trend.