Operational Risk

Reporting & Disclosures

Japan, UK Seek Alignment on ISSB, Basel III and Crypto Regulation

By Manesh Samtani | 20/03/2026

Regulators discussed sustainability reporting, digital assets, and reaffirmed their commitment to the full, timely, and consistent implementation of Basel III.

Emerging Prudential Risks

Australia Flags Heightened Financial Risks, Tightens FI Oversight

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 20/03/2026

Regulators are stress-testing firms and have activated new lending limits, with a sharp focus on operational resilience and ASX governance.

Emerging Prudential Risks

Hong Kong Regulators Intensify Monitoring Amid Mideast Tensions

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 20/03/2026

Authorities confirm minimal direct financial exposure to the region but have intensified stress testing and market surveillance in response to geopolitical risks.

Operational Risk

China Mandates Credit-Based Regulation for Transport Sector

By Mark Johnston | 20/03/2026

Five authorities have set a 2030 deadline for a unified credit system linking ratings to regulatory treatment, market access, and consumer services.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

China Intensifies Banker Pay Reforms With Steep Bonus Cuts

By Mark Johnston | 18/03/2026

Regulators are enforcing bonus reductions of up to 50 percent at state-owned firms to correct pay imbalances and advance 'common prosperity'

Liquidity Risk

Korea FSS Urges Broker-Dealers to Tighten Risk Controls

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 18/03/2026

The FSS has ordered large securities firms to address risks in real estate PF, overseas assets, and funding amid market volatility.

Supervision & Enforcement

China Introduces Rating System for Wealth Management Firms

By Mark Johnston | 18/03/2026

The new system will link ratings to market access and regulatory intensity, aiming to curb a focus on scale over quality.

Operational Risk

RBI Mandates Disclosure of Deposit Insurance Premiums by Banks

By Nithya Subramanian | 18/03/2026

Banks must now report timely payment of DICGC premiums and disclose arrears under new RBI rules aligned with the risk-based premium framework.

Operational Risk

APRA Warns Small Mutual Banks on Viability Amid Rising Tech Costs

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 18/03/2026

APRA's Therese McCarthy Hockey highlighted a growing divide in the mutual banking sector, urging smaller players to adapt or risk failure.