Markets & Infrastructure

Trading & Investment

Taiwan Plans Consolidation of Four State-Backed Asset Managers

By Nithya Subramanian | 29/01/2026

Taiwan’s government is moving to merge four asset management firms into a single USD 12 billion entity, aiming to address fragmentation, build scale and strengthen its financial sector.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Australian Finance Sector Unites to Combat Abuse of Financial Products

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 29/01/2026

A new industry-wide alliance aims to provide tools for over 200 lenders to proactively prevent the misuse of financial products.

Custody & Infrastructure

Hong Kong FSDC Outlines Strategy for Deeper Integration with Africa

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 29/01/2026

A new report says Hong Kong's digital asset and green finance regulations can act as a "super-connector" for channelling Asian capital into African markets.

Structural Regulation

Thailand Mandates Reporting for Major Gold Traders to Ease Baht Pressure

By Nithya Subramanian | 29/01/2026

Thailand has introduced new rules requiring large gold dealers to report transaction data to the BOT, aiming to strengthen oversight of gold-related capital flows and curb pressure on the baht.

Market Data & Technology

Shenzhen Exchange to Enhance Delivery of Critical Market Information

By Editors | 29/01/2026

The move aims to address system failures and ensure timely delivery of regulatory updates to maintain market fairness and transparency.

Structural Regulation

Taiwan Proposes Easing Qualification Rules for Futures Industry Auditors

By Nithya Subramanian | 29/01/2026

The draft amendments would create a new pathway for professionals with CPA firm experience to become internal auditors, aiming to broaden the talent pool.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Philippines SEC Mandates Strict 9-Year Term for Independent Directors

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 29/01/2026

The SEC removes extensions and sets a firm nine-year cumulative term for independent directors of listed firms to bolster board independence.

Credit Risk

Bangladesh to Tighten Corporate Lending Rules to Develop Bond Market

By Editors | 29/01/2026

The central bank will enforce strict single borrower limits to tackle NPLs, reduce reliance on bank financing, and encourage more bond issuance.

Structural Regulation

Philippines to Name Successful Digital Bank Applicants Within Q1

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 29/01/2026

The BSP is reviewing applicants for four new licences, aiming to lower costs, streamline services, and enhance financial inclusion with fresh competition.