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Fintech / Regtech

RBA Announce Participants for Next Phase of Digital Money Experiments

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 10/07/2025

The RBA says 24 innovative use cases ranging from local fintechs to major banks have been conditionally selected for the next stage of Project Acacia.

Securities / Derivatives

ASIC Proposes Updates to Product Disclosure Statements Guidance

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 10/07/2025

The proposed updates aims to simplify and consolidate existing guidance, incorporate current regulatory approaches, and remove outdated references.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Proposes Expanded Business Scope for Credit Rating Agencies

By Editors | 10/07/2025

The proposal would allow credit rating agencies to rate instruments like unlisted securities, but requires strict operational separation and clear disclaimers to investors.

ESG / Sustainability

Accountancy Bodies Issue Guidance on Materiality for ISSA 5000

By Manesh Samtani | 10/07/2025

A new report from ACCA and CA ANZ aims to ensure consistent application of the IAASB’s landmark sustainability assurance standard, ISSA 5000.

Securities / Derivatives

HKEX Lists Hong Kong's First Active ETF Cross-Listing

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 10/07/2025

The first active ETF cross-listing in Hong Kong is the first under a mutual recognition of funds scheme established with Ireland in May.

Enforcement

US Fines Semiconductor Supplier for Unlawful Exports to China

By Nithya Subramanian | 10/07/2025

The Commerce Department said the firm knowingly violated export controls by illegally shipping semiconductor components from the US to Huawei Technologies.

Securities / Derivatives

IDX to Launch Gold ETF in Q4 Pending Regulatory Green Light

By Nithya Subramanian | 10/07/2025

The new gold ETF will offer investors exposure to the precious metal through physical bullion or derivative contracts.

Securities / Derivatives

BSEC Extends Deadline for Brokerages to Install Tamper-Proof Software

By Nithya Subramanian | 10/07/2025

Brokerages will have to complete implementation by 31 August, as BSEC makes it clear that there will be no further extension.

Securities / Derivatives

Korea to Mandate Governance Reports for All KOSPI Firms from 2026

By Manesh Samtani | 10/07/2025

The move expands a 'comply or explain' disclosure requirement from large-cap firms to all companies listed on the main board, aiming to boost transparency.