Markets & Infrastructure

Clearing & Post-Trade

Hong Kong Woos Central Banks for Gold Hub Initiative

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 29/03/2026

The city is inviting Belt and Road nations to a new government-run clearing system in a bid to challenge London.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Hong Kong IA Targets Agent Conduct with New Accountability Rules

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 29/03/2026

The regulator's latest review introduces commission spreading requirements, holds senior agents accountable for their teams, and warns on social media use.

Emerging Prudential Risks

BOK Flags Stability Risks from Geopolitics, Domestic Vulnerabilities

By Manesh Samtani | 27/03/2026

BOK has assessed the financial system as stable but warns of latent risks from market volatility and structural weaknesses.

Structural Regulation

SC Malaysia Launches Lab for New Islamic Finance Products

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/03/2026

CIMB will collaborate with the Securities Commission and Bursa Malaysia on a pilot project under the new FIKRALab platform.

Clearing & Post-Trade

ASIC Consults on Proposed Derivatives Reporting Rule Changes

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/03/2026

The proposed amendments aim to simplify reporting, reduce complexity, and further align Australia’s framework with international standards in response to industry feedback.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Korea FSS Rebukes Pension Providers Over Client Discrimination

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/03/2026

A review revealed that pension firms favour large clients and neglect member duties, prompting demands for self-inspection and warnings of continued oversight.

Trading & Investment

HKEX Explores Micro Index Futures to Boost Retail Access

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/03/2026

HKEX is reportedly planning new contracts on its benchmark indexes, sized at 1/50th of standard futures, for a Q4 launch.

Payments & Settlements

Australia's A2A Payments Vision Nears Release, Roadmap Set for Year-End

By Manesh Samtani | 27/03/2026

Industry roundtable has confirmed a draft vision for public consultation in April and a full industry roadmap by end-2026.

Payments & Settlements

APAC Payments Body, Monash University Partner on Fintech Policy Research

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/03/2026

The partnership will focus on translating academic research into policy for quantum cryptography, stablecoins, fraud, and cross-border payments.