Markets & Infrastructure

Cryptocurrency

Japan Considers Stricter Disclosure Rules for Crypto Firms

By Thisanka Siripala | 12/02/2025

The proposed framework would require crypto firms to disclose financial and operational information like publicly traded companies.

Credit Risk

Cambodia to Strengthen Lending Practices in Microfinance Sector

By Nithya Subramanian | 12/02/2025

The reforms will ensure that loans are granted based on a borrower’s ability to repay rather than relying solely on collateral.

PEPs & Sanctions

US Announces Tariffs on Steel and Aluminium Imports

By Editors | 12/02/2025

Exemptions previously granted to certain countries will end and the duty rate on aluminium increases from 12 March.

Payments & Settlements

Australian Banks Agree to Pause Rural Branch Closures

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 12/02/2025

Banks to pause rural branch closures until 2027 and also make their services available via Australia Post.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

US States Accuse Asset Managers of Downplaying China Risks

By Thisanka Siripala | 11/02/2025

While multiple firms are being targeted, much of the scrutiny is directed at BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager.

Supervision & Enforcement

US Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Suspends Activities

By Nithya Subramanian | 11/02/2025

Acting Director Russell Vought directed employees to stay home and pause all CFPB investigations and enforcement actions.

Payments & Settlements

HK Banks Execute First Repo Trades Using Mainland Bonds as Collateral

By Manesh Samtani | 11/02/2025

HSBC, BOCHK, StanChart and Hang Seng were among the first banks to execute offshore yuan repo transactions on Monday.

Market Data & Technology

Korea Enhances DART Platform to Accommodate Foreign Investors

By Mark Johnston | 11/02/2025

The FSS expects the expanded scope of English disclosure information on the DART platform to help resolve the Korea discount

Trading & Investment

Korea’s FSS Issues Advisory on Misleading ETF Advertisements

By Nithya Subramanian | 11/02/2025

An FSS review of 252 ETF advertisements found exaggerated claims, inappropriate wording and omission of key information.