CBDCs

China and Laos Launch Cross-Border Digital Payment Interconnection

26/09/2026

The two central banks have launched a bilateral digital payment link to facilitate cross-border transactions.

Stablecoins

US Fed Proposes Stablecoin Regulatory Framework Under GENIUS Act

26/09/2026

The US Federal Reserve has unveiled two proposals establishing reserve, capital, and application requirements for payment stablecoin issuers.

Trading & Investment

Indonesia Stock Exchange Weighs Extending Trading Hours

26/09/2026

IDX is reviewing a proposal to extend daily trading hours by 30 minutes to boost market activity.

Cybersecurity

Morgan Stanley Deal Leak Triggers Regulatory Scrutiny In Asia

26/09/2026

Regulators across the Asia-Pacific region are assessing the fallout after a Morgan Stanley banker inadvertently leaked confidential deal information.

Payments & Settlements

Malaysia and India Plan Two-Phase Rollout for QR Payments Link

26/09/2026

Malaysia and India are developing a two-phase linkage of their national QR payment systems to facilitate cross-border transactions.

Clearing & Post-Trade

RBI Finalises Rules for OTC Derivative Novation

26/09/2026

New RBI rules require OTC derivative novations at prevailing market rates, with upfront mark-to-market settlement and consent from the remaining party.

Trading & Investment

HKEX Announces Trading Arrangements For Spate Of New ETFs

26/09/2026

Hong Kong's stock exchange has detailed the trading arrangements and clearing admissions for several new ETFs launching in September.

Payments & Settlements

Indonesia Delays Scheme to Give Out Free Bank Accounts

25/09/2026

The Indonesian government has postponed its initiative to provide free bank accounts to citizens over seventeen to refine operational frameworks.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

SC Malaysia to Strengthen Governance Standards for Company Secretaries

25/09/2026

A proposed multi-stakeholder task force will develop a standardised competency framework and update fit-and-proper and accountability requirements.