Markets & Infrastructure

Trading & Investment

KRX Completes Latest Rebalancing of Korea Value-up Index

By Manesh Samtani | 02/06/2026

For the first time, the Korea Value-up Index is now composed exclusively of firms that have disclosed corporate value-up plans.

Clearing & Post-Trade

HKEX Delays Orion Cash Platform API Launch to Q3 2026

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 02/06/2026

The launch of new real-time clearing data application programming interfaces (APIs) has been pushed back to ensure market readiness.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Prudential Japan Faces JPY 5.5bn Compensation Bill Amid Misconduct Probe

By Editors | 02/06/2026

Financial losses are mounting as the insurer sets aside billions for client restitution, prompting an extended sales halt and deeper regulatory scrutiny.

Cryptocurrency

Hong Kong Regulators Outline Progress on Digital Assets Initiatives

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 02/06/2026

Regulators have detailed plans for a new virtual asset bill, a live stablecoin regime, and a next-generation digital asset platform.

Structural Regulation

Hong Kong Publishes Guidance for Transition to Paperless Securities Market

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 01/06/2026

Regulators have released detailed guidance for the new paperless securities market, which is set to launch in November 2026 with a five-year transition period.

Operational Risk

APRA Imposes New Licence Conditions on HUB24 Super Trustee

By Editors | 01/06/2026

The regulator has acted against HTFS Nominees over significant governance and conflict of interest failings, signalling a wider industry crackdown.

Trading & Investment

Shanghai Stock Exchange Actively Promoting China-Brazil ETF Link

By Editors | 01/06/2026

The SSE marked the scheme's first anniversary by highlighting investment opportunities and plans to expand cross-border product offerings under regulatory guidance.

Data Privacy

Kiwibank Launches Open Banking Ahead of Regulatory Deadline

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 01/06/2026

New Zealand's Kiwibank has rolled out open banking services for all customers, six months ahead of its regulatory deadline under the country's new data sharing regime.

Structural Regulation

E Fund First to Win Licence Under New Macau Fund Law

By Mark Johnston | 01/06/2026

The Chinese asset manager will establish a subsidiary, signalling Macau’s push to modernise its financial sector and deepen ties with the Greater Bay Area.