Trading & Investment

JPX Outlines Initiatives to Support Japan's Asset Management Centre Push

28/10/2026

Japan Exchange Group has unveiled a series of initiatives, including fee reductions and system upgrades, to boost retail market participation.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Chinese National Charged in US Court Over Cambodian Crypto Scam

28/10/2026

A Chinese national has been extradited from the Netherlands to the US to face charges over a multimillion-dollar crypto laundering network operating from Cambodia.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

UK Regulators Propose Phase 2 Reforms to Streamline SM&CR

28/10/2026

The FCA and PRA have launched consultations on Phase 2 reforms to the Senior Managers and Certification Regime, aiming to reduce the regulatory burden.

Anti-Money Laundering

Taiwan Details $343 Million Prince Group Money Laundering Probe

28/10/2026

Taiwan’s FIU has shared insights from its investigation into a massive cross-border money laundering network linked to Cambodia's Prince Group.

Reporting & Disclosures

Thailand Proposes Enhanced Provident Fund Disclosures for Retirement Planning

28/10/2026

Draft rules will require clearer investment statements and online calculators comparing members’ projected retirement savings with their targets.

Credit Risk

Korea's Credit Union Federation to Launch NPL Asset Management Firm

27/10/2026

The NACUFOK has secured regulatory approval to establish a dedicated asset management company to resolve non-performing loans.

Emerging Prudential Risks

India’s FSDC Calls for Vigilance Against Macro-financial Risks

27/10/2026

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has urged regulators to strengthen cyber resilience, scale up digital infrastructure, and expedite asset refunds.

Structural Regulation

Thai SEC Amends Bondholder Representative Regulations

27/10/2026

The changes, effective 16 April 2027, streamline actions during issuer defaults, clarify conflict-of-interest requirements and introduce new reporting obligations.

Structural Regulation

Taiwan Approves Four-Way Merger of State-Owned Asset Managers

27/10/2026

Taiwan's four state-backed financial holding companies have agreed to merge their asset management subsidiaries to boost scale and competitiveness.