Enforcement

JSDA Investigates Brokerages Over Unsuitable Bond Sales

15/06/2025

The probe is said to be focused on client suitability, sales practices, and over-reporting of investor demand by FIs.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Ant International Eyes Stablecoin Licence in Hong Kong – Report

14/06/2025

Ant International seeking stablecoin licences in Hong Kong, Singapore and Luxembourg. Hangzhou-based Ant Digital also seeking HK licence.

Capital / Liquidity

RBI to Tighten LRS Rules to Prevent Wealth from Moving Overseas

14/06/2025

The RBI plans to tighten its remittance rules to curb the outward movement of passive wealth and protect India’s FX reserves.

Sanctions

EU Proposes Sanctions on Two Chinese Banks over Russia Trade Links

14/06/2025

The EU has proposed sanctions on two small regional Chinese banks as part of the 18th package of sanctions against Russia.

AML / KYC

Japan FSA Highlights Increase in Internet Banking Fraud

12/06/2025

FSA released data on the state of fraudulent activity involving banking services, highlighting increased internet banking fraud and compensation trends.

Market Infrastructure

ECB, PBOC Sign MoU to Update 2008 Cooperation Agreement

12/06/2025

The MoU includes a framework for regular exchange of information, dialogue, and technical collaboration between the ECB and PBOC.

Sanctions

US Sanctions Force Singapore Cargo Inspection Firm to Close

12/06/2025

US sanctions prompted customers to cancel orders and banks to stop providing services, forcing CCIC Singapore to cease operations and lay off staff.

AML / KYC

Taiwan Digital ID System Faces Scrutiny Over Security Flaws

12/06/2025

A lawmaker has called out the government’s response to the abuse of Taiwan’s digital ID system as inadequate.

AML / KYC

INTERPOL Operation Nets 20,000 Malicious IPs Targeting Financial Data

12/06/2025

Operation Secure targeted infostealer malware, disrupting cybercriminal infrastructure across Asia and leading to arrests and server seizures.