Cybersecurity

Japan’s Megabanks to Form Mutual Backup Against AI Cyber Threats

15/07/2026

The country’s three largest banks are considering a joint framework to ensure business continuity in response to a regulatory push.

Structural Regulation

Philippine Stock Exchange Reviews Involuntary Delisting Rules

15/07/2026

The PSE is reassessing its rules on involuntary delisting, aiming to better balance market discipline with the interests of investors and keep the bourse attractive.

Tokenisation

Citi and SCB Launch 24/7 Tokenised USD Clearing in Thailand

15/07/2026

Siam Commercial Bank becomes the first global client for Citi's blockchain-based service, enabling round-the-clock cross-border USD payments.

Cryptocurrency

Pakistan Crypto Regulation Faces Islamic Law Test After 'Haram' Ruling

15/07/2026

A leading cleric's ruling against crypto has prompted engagement from the country's digital asset regulator amid a broader push for formalisation.

Sustainable Finance

Taiwan Close to Reaching 2030 Green Finance Goal

15/07/2026

Regulators have used capital incentives and new certification schemes to drive investment, hitting 88 percent of the 2030 target ahead of schedule.

Market Risk

Hong Kong Finalises Review Mechanism for Insurance Rate Caps

14/07/2026

Hong Kong’s IA has detailed its review mechanism for illustration rate caps on participating policies, with the first review slated for 2027.

Cryptocurrency

Korea Approves Mirae Asset's Acquisition of Korbit Crypto Exchange

14/07/2026

The competition authority has cleared the deal, citing the exchange's low market share as a reason it is unlikely to harm competition.

Trading & Investment

China Sees Strong Demand for New Commercial Property REITs

14/07/2026

The successful launch of China's first commercial property REITs has prompted more than 20 new applications from developers and owners.

Supervision & Enforcement

ASIC Penalises Deutsche Bank for Derivatives Reporting Failures

14/07/2026

Deutsche Bank was penalised for misreporting over 260,000 OTC derivative transactions over a ten-month period.