Markets & Infrastructure

Operational Risk

China Imposes Lifelong Accountability for Government Investment

By Mark Johnston | 21/04/2026

New rules aim to curb reckless spending and manage debt risks by holding officials personally responsible for project decisions throughout their lifetime.

Structural Regulation

India’s IFSCA Cancels First Broker-Dealer Licence in GIFT City

By Nithya Subramanian | 21/04/2026

The action against String AI IFSC follows findings of inadequate infrastructure, unpermitted business activities, and non-cooperation with the exchange.

Clearing & Post-Trade

HKEX Links Derivatives Clearing to HKMA Settlement System

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 21/04/2026

The move will see HKEX's options and futures clearing houses sweep cash balances intra-day to new accounts at the HKMA.

Operational Risk

Taiwan's Taishin Securities Faces Probe After Post-Merger System Outages

By Mark Johnston | 20/04/2026

The brokerage, now Taiwan's fourth-largest, suffered two system failures following its merger with MasterLink, leading to thousands of incorrect trades and a regulatory investigation.

Structural Regulation

India Lists Banks Authorised for Bullion Imports, Easing Supply Uncertainty

By Nithya Subramanian | 20/04/2026

The new directive authorises 17 banks to import precious metals until March 2029, ending a temporary halt in shipments.

Cybersecurity

Korea Divided on Breach Reporting Law for E-commerce Firms

By Mark Johnston | 20/04/2026

A legislative proposal to mandate that e-commerce firms report security breaches to financial authorities faces resistance from the regulator and industry.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Fintech FNZ Facing USD 4.6 Billion Class Action in New Zealand

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 20/04/2026

Hundreds of employee shareholders are suing the global fintech giant in a New Zealand court, alleging fundraising deals unfairly diluted their holdings.

Custody & Infrastructure

ASIC Details 18-Month Roadmap for Digital Asset Licensing Regime

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 20/04/2026

ASIC has published its implementation timeline for bringing digital asset and custody platforms under the financial services licensing framework from April 2027.

Clearing & Post-Trade

US Regulators Expand Treasury Cross-Margining to Clients

By Manesh Samtani | 20/04/2026

A move to allow client cross-margining for US Treasuries aims to boost market liquidity, enhance resilience, and provide capital efficiencies for participants.