Payments & Settlements

Japan to Develop Blockchain-Based Real-Time Securities Settlement

27/08/2026

The government and BOJ will launch a study group to create a next-generation payment infrastructure for instantaneous securities settlement.

Credit Risk

Taiwan FSC Amends Rules for Insurer Sales of NPLs

27/08/2026

New rules clarify the conditions under which insurers can sell NPLs and detail the required procedures, including public tender and disclosure obligations.

Structural Regulation

Korea’s Frequent Market Trading Curbs Prompt Calls for Reform

27/08/2026

An unprecedented number of trading curbs in 2026 has raised questions over the effectiveness of the mechanism in today’s markets.

Supervision & Enforcement

China Revokes Evergrande Life Insurance Licence

27/08/2026

The insurer's licence was revoked for serious violations including illegal fund use and funnelling benefits to related parties, the regulator said.

Trading & Investment

China Set to Launch Three Commodity Options for Foreign Investors

27/08/2026

New options on steel and fuel oil will be available to qualified foreign investors from 10 September, expanding risk management tools.

Structural Regulation

Japan Regulator to Step Up Inspections of ‘Big Four’ Auditors

27/08/2026

The move follows a major accounting scandal and will see the regulator conduct year-round on-site and off-site inspections.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Korea's IBK Faces Scrutiny Over Internal Controls After $60m China Fraud

27/08/2026

A third-party platform allegedly diverted loan repayments for over six months, exposing significant internal control weaknesses and prompting regulatory questions.

Anti-Bribery & Corruption

Hong Kong Banker Found Guilty of Disclosing ICAC Probe

27/08/2026

A former Chiyu Bank manager has been convicted for illegally disclosing details of an anti-corruption investigation to a family member.

Cybersecurity

Japan FSA Seeks Record JPY 40 Billion Budget for FY2027

27/08/2026

The regulator plans a significant funding increase to bolster SME support through regional banks and enhance cybersecurity defences against advanced AI threats.