Markets & Infrastructure

Trading & Investment

Korea Proposes Dividend Tax Overhaul to Boost Payouts

By Editors | 10/07/2025

The proposed reform would offer a lower, separate tax rate for dividends from companies with high payout ratios, aiming to tackle the "Korea discount".

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Philippines Moving to Quickly Rein In Online Gambling

By Nithya Subramanian | 10/07/2025

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has signaled support for tougher regulation and possible taxation of online gambling as lawmakers push for bans and stricter controls on e-wallets.

Payments & Settlements

Taiwan Tightens Rules on Mobile Payment Tax Incentives

By Nithya Subramanian | 10/07/2025

Small-scale businesses in Taiwan risk losing tax incentives if they fail to properly implement and accept mobile payments, as authorities step up enforcement.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

ASIC Bans Former Compliance Head of Crown Wealth Group for 3Yrs

By Thisanka Siripala | 10/07/2025

ASIC said Andrew Moore failed to recognise the seriousness of fees-for-no-service conduct and to report the conduct to the regulator.

Cloud & Infrastructure

Hong Kong's Digital Banks Face Trust Deficit, Survey Finds

By Manesh Samtani | 09/07/2025

A new survey reveals Hong Kong's digital banks struggle to gain user trust and primary account status, despite high adoption rates.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Japan FSA Publishes H1 Data on Online Brokerage Fraud

By Editors | 09/07/2025

Data from the FSA reveals that the unauthorised stock sales peaked in May, but the trend reversed sharply in June following widespread warnings.

Credit Risk

ABA Issues Guidelines on Handling Customers Facing Financial Difficulty

By Manesh Samtani | 09/07/2025

The voluntary code outlines best practice for early intervention, tailored support, and improved internal governance for banks assisting struggling customers.

Trading & Investment

Dalian Exchange Launches Benzene Futures and Options

By Editors | 09/07/2025

The new derivatives aim to provide risk management tools for the world's largest aromatics producer and enhance China's pricing influence.

Trading & Investment

India’s NSDL and CDSL Launch Proxy Advisory Integration

By Nithya Subramanian | 09/07/2025

The two depositories have launched a new electronic voting feature that integrates proxy advisory recommendations, enabling retail investors to make informed decisions.