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Trading & Investment
Taiwan Expands Scope of Business for Asset Managers Serving Foreign Firms
10/07/2026
The FSC has issued a new order allowing licensed asset managers to provide advisory and trade execution services for foreign professional institutions.

Tokenisation
Japanese JV to Open Security Token Market to Foreign Investors
10/07/2026
SBI and Daiwa have completed a proof-of-concept for a blockchain platform enabling overseas investment in Japanese security tokens, targeting a 2027 launch.

Credit Risk
Japan FSA Probes Lenders After Collapse of Payment Processor
10/07/2026
The failure of a major payment firm has forced regional bank write-downs, prompting the FSA to investigate lenders' loan classification and exposure.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime
India: Bombay High Court Holds CDSL Liable for Participant's Fraud
10/07/2026
The ruling clarifies depositories' supervisory duties and liability for investor losses, setting a precedent for market infrastructure institutions in India.

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.
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