Trending

    AML / KYC

    US Sanctions Cambodian Banks in Crackdown on Scam Networks

    By Manesh Samtani | 24/04/2026

    A Cambodian senator, two banks, and dozens of associated entities have been sanctioned for links to cyber-fraud and human trafficking operations.

    Enforcement

    Hong Kong Imposes Record Fine on PwC Over Evergrande Audit Failures

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/04/2026

    Regulators have imposed a record fine, a practice ban, and a landmark shareholder compensation scheme on PwC for "egregious" audit failures at the collapsed developer.

    Trending

    ISSB to Develop Nature-related Guidance for Financial Disclosures

    By Manesh Samtani | 23/04/2026

    The board will issue a Practice Statement to guide nature reporting, a move that follows significant pushback from sustainability leaders who advocated for a mandatory standard.

    Market Infrastructure

    Hong Kong Officials Urge Asian Bourses to Unite for Global Capital

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/04/2026

    At a major regional summit, Hong Kong’s finance chief called for a shift from competition to collaboration to attract investment.

    Trending

    New BOK Chief Signals Major Overhaul of Stability, FX Frameworks

    By Manesh Samtani | 22/04/2026

    Shin Hyun-song has outlined a new policy direction focused on a wider financial stability role, won internationalisation, and digital currency innovation.

    ESG / Sustainability

    HKEX Mandates Shareholder Vote for Auditor Changes

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/04/2026

    HKEX has updated its rules to require shareholder approval for auditor changes, aiming to curb ‘opinion shopping’ and boost corporate governance.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    SFC Outlines Priorities for Digital Asset Regulation in 2026

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 21/04/2026

    The SFC is prioritising new licensing laws, tokenisation guidance, and pragmatic custody solutions in its next phase.

    ESG / Sustainability

    HKMA Chief Outlines Agenda to Drive Sustainable Transition Finance

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 21/04/2026

    The HKMA has outlined its multi-year action agenda, using supervision, taxonomies and fintech to steer capital towards decarbonisation.

    Securities / Derivatives

    HKEX to Overhaul Listing Rules for Structured Products

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 21/04/2026

    HKEX is updating issuer eligibility and product requirements following a market consultation, with changes taking effect from May 2026.

    Market Infrastructure

    ASX Launches First Phase of CHESS Replacement Project

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 21/04/2026

    ASX has launched the new clearing component of its CHESS system, with the second phase for settlement services targeted for 2029.

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