Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Bank of Thailand Clarifies Scope of New Mobile Transfer Limits

22/08/2025

BOT has clarified that a new THB 50,000 daily transfer limit will only apply to specific high-risk and new customer groups, not all users.

Clearing & Post-Trade

ASX Overhauls CDI Framework with New Rules and Fees

22/08/2025

ASX is updating settlement rules and introducing fees for its nominee service, creating a commercial framework for CHESS Depositary Interests.

Cryptocurrency

Japan FSA to Create New Bureau for Crypto, Insurance, Asset Management

22/08/2025

The FSA plans to reorganise in 2026, creating a new body to oversee digital finance and crypto-assets alongside insurance and asset management.

Trading & Investment

SEBI Chairman Flags New Planned Curbs on Equity Derivatives

22/08/2025

SEBI is considering extending contract tenors and new intraday position limits to curb excessive speculation to protect retail investors from trading losses.

Stablecoins

China State Council to Consider Roadmap for Yuan Stablecoin - Reports

22/08/2025

Top policymakers will consider a plan to authorise yuan-backed stablecoins. Hong Kong and Shanghai are positioned as potential implementation hubs.

Credit Risk

Bangladesh Bank Relaxes Credit Rating Rules for Loan Approvals

21/08/2025

The central bank has eased the mandatory internal credit score requirement for banks to approve new loans and renewals.

Reporting & Disclosures

KRX to Offer Governance Consultations for Listed Firms

21/08/2025

Korea Exchange launches programme with Korea ESG Standards Institute to help companies improve structures and disclosure.

Tokenisation

Hana Securities Completes Security Token Test with KSD

21/08/2025

Hana Securities has successfully validated its issuance and distribution platform in a regulatory sandbox in preparation for upcoming digital assets legislation.

Stablecoins

Japan Approves Stablecoin Issuer as Funds Transfer Service Provider

21/08/2025

Japanese fintech JPYC Inc has become the first company to obtain a licence under Japan's revised Payment Services Act to issue a regulated JPY-pegged stablecoin.