AI Risk & Governance

Taiwan FSC Pledges Balanced Approach to Fostering Fintech Innovation

10/07/2026

The FSC Chairman has outlined a "safety and development" strategy for AI and blockchain, following meetings with fintech startups on regulatory and data access challenges.

Anti-Money Laundering

Bangladesh Bank Mandates AML Checks for BDT 200bn Industry Fund

10/07/2026

Banks are directed to certify that borrowers have no history of money laundering or fraud to access the new pre-financing scheme.

Sustainable Finance

Taiwan Proposes Using Climate Fund for Loan Guarantees and Subsidies

10/07/2026

The move aims to de-risk bank lending for corporate climate projects and use carbon fee revenues to accelerate the country's net-zero transition.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Philippines SEC Partners with GCash Arm on Consumer Protection Campaign

10/07/2026

The nationwide campaign is aimed at promoting financial literacy, responsible digital borrowing and consumer protection.

Structural Regulation

Australia Consults On 30pc Minimum Tax For Discretionary Trusts

09/07/2026

The Australian government has released detailed proposals for a new 30 percent minimum tax on discretionary trusts, slated to begin in 2028.

Liquidity Risk

Korea Unveils KRW 15 Trillion Package to Aid Firms Hit by Weak Won

09/07/2026

The support measures include emergency financing, expanded trade insurance, and tax payment extensions for SMEs struggling with import costs.

Structural Regulation

Thailand's FETCO Announces Roadmap to Achieve Developed Market Status

09/07/2026

The plan includes proposals for a specialised Capital Market Court, new pension funds, and regulatory reforms to achieve 'developed market' status by 2040.

Payments & Settlements

Hong Kong Passes Bill for RMB Stamp Duty Payments

09/07/2026

New legislation will allow investors to pay stamp duty in renminbi for dual-counter stock trades, aiming to boost liquidity and strengthen the currency's international role.

Structural Regulation

Indonesia’s OJK and KPPU Ink New Pact on Financial Sector Competition

09/07/2026

The five-year agreement aims to enhance synergy and coordination between the financial services and antitrust authorities.