Markets & Infrastructure

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

New Zealand FMA Chair Steps Aside Amid Government Investigation

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 08/12/2025

FMA chief Craig Stobo has temporarily vacated his role as head of the regulator pending an independent probe by the MBIE.

Trading & Investment

FSS Korea Probes Overseas Investment Practices of Securities Firms

By Mark Johnston | 08/12/2025

The FSS is inspecting fees, marketing, and FX practices amid industry unease over being scapegoated for currency depreciation.

Payments & Settlements

Russian Banks Seeking RBI Approval to Expand Footprint in India

By Nithya Subramanian | 08/12/2025

Gazprombank and Alfa Bank seek RBI approval as the leaders of both countries agree to develop bilateral payment systems and expand trade.

Payments & Settlements

Korea Mandates New Risk Checks for Payment Gateway Partners

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 08/12/2025

The FSS will require firms to assess sub-contracting payment gateways to curb risks from complex online payment chains.

Trading & Investment

Indonesia in Final Stages of Launching Regulatory Framework for Gold ETFs

By Nithya Subramanian | 07/12/2025

OJK confirmed that the finalised framework for gold ETFs will be issued by end 2025. Mutual fund manager BRI-MI has announced plans to launch a product.

Structural Regulation

ASIC Extends Transitional Relief for Foreign Financial Firms

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 07/12/2025

The 12-month extension provides certainty as the government prepares a new licensing exemption regime for foreign financial services providers.

Trading & Investment

ASIC Orders FXCM to Stop Issuing CFDs to Retail Investors

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 05/12/2025

The interim stop order cites deficiencies in the firm's target market determination under design and distribution obligations.

Structural Regulation

India Enacts Major Reforms to Bolster Bank Governance, Depositor Rights

By Manesh Samtani | 05/12/2025

New law modernises nomination rules, updates governance thresholds, and enhances audit standards for public sector and co-operative banks.

Trading & Investment

Philippine SEC Proposes Regulatory Framework for Sukuk Market

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 05/12/2025

The draft rules outline requirements for issuers, Shari'ah governance, and disclosure to help develop the country's Islamic finance sector.