Payments & Settlements

    Reporting on regulatory developments, innovations, and risks in payment systems and settlement processes essential for the transfer of money and securities.

    Payments & Settlements

    Japan's SBI Remit Partners Tottori Bank for DLT Remittances

    By Editors | 22/04/2026

    The move expands a Ripple-powered payment network to 26 institutions, targeting low-value transfers for foreign workers amid rising compliance costs for traditional systems.

    Emerging Prudential Risks

    New BOK Chief Signals Major Overhaul of Stability, FX Frameworks

    By Manesh Samtani | 22/04/2026

    Shin Hyun-song has outlined a new policy direction focused on a wider financial stability role, won internationalisation, and digital currency innovation.

    Data Privacy

    China Loosens Rules on Use of Digital Trade Documents, Data Transfers

    By Manesh Samtani | 21/04/2026

    Ten government bodies have jointly issued new rules to promote and standardise the use of electronic documents in trade and finance.

    Clearing & Post-Trade

    ASX Launches First Phase of CHESS Replacement Project

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 21/04/2026

    ASX has launched the new clearing component of its CHESS system, with the second phase for settlement services targeted for 2029.

    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.

    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.

    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.

    Clearing & Post-Trade

    HKEX Consults on T+1 Settlement, Eyes Late 2027 Implementation

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 20/04/2026

    HKEX has released its operational model for shortening the settlement cycle, with an indicative implementation timeline of Q4 2027.

    Cloud & Infrastructure

    Vietnam’s Ho Chi Minh City Launches Fintech Hub with Regulatory Sandbox

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 20/04/2026

    The city has partnered with the LSE to test new financial models and create a pathway for international capital.

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