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Market Infrastructure

HKEX to Launch New Digital Issuer Platform Next Year

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 28/07/2025

HKEX says the new secure web-based portal will become the mandatory channel for issuer submissions, enhancing compliance and market transparency.

ESG / Sustainability

Malaysia SC Signals Shift to Mandatory Corporate Governance Rules

By Manesh Samtani | 25/07/2025

The SC is reviewing its corporate governance code, with a new version due in 2026 that could introduce compulsory requirements for listed firms.

ESG / Sustainability

ICJ Ruling Establishes Legal Duty to Protect Climate System

By Manesh Samtani | 25/07/2025

The ruling finds that states have binding obligations to cut emissions, paving the way for reparation claims and increasing legal risks for polluters.

Securities / Derivatives

FSC Korea to Introduce Tougher Measures Against Illegal Stock Trading

By Nithya Subramanian | 25/07/2025

The FSC proposed shifting from account-based to individual-centred monitoring and doubling fines for unfair trades, effective October.

Market Infrastructure

APRA Unveils Planned Reforms to Boost Banking Competition

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/07/2025

APRA has announced a new tiered framework and other measures to ease the burden on smaller banks.

Enforcement

ASIC Puts Bank Boards on Notice Over AI Risks and Governance

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/07/2025

ASIC has warned that existing financial services laws apply directly to AI, placing the onus on boards to manage risks of consumer harm.

Crypto / Digital Assets

HKMA Warns of 'Frothiness' in Stablecoin Market, Signals Strict AML Rules

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/07/2025

The HKMA will grant only a handful of stablecoin issuer licences initially and impose stringent AML rules amid concerns over market speculation.

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Wolfsberg Group Publishes Statement on Risk Based Approach

By Manesh Samtani | 24/07/2025

The Wolfsberg Group outlined three core principles for financial crime compliance and committed to updating its foundational risk-based approach guidance.

Securities / Derivatives

China Issues Rules for Hainan Cross-Border Asset Management Pilot

By Manesh Samtani | 23/07/2025

New implementation rules allow foreign individuals and institutions to buy onshore products via Hainan, a key step in opening up the free trade port.