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Structural Regulation

MAS Proposes New Framework for Innovative Retail Funds

By Nithya Subramanian | 10/07/2026

The proposed rules would create a new 'alternative funds' category and streamline the authorisation process for products like single-commodity futures funds.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

SFC Mandates Phishing-Resistant Logins for Brokers and Crypto Platforms

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 10/07/2026

The SFC has ordered firms to replace one-time passwords with stronger methods like passkeys within 12 months to combat rising account takeover fraud.

Reporting & Disclosures

South Korea Finalises Mandatory ESG Disclosure Rules

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 10/07/2026

The rules will apply to large KOSPI-listed firms from 2028, with a phased expansion and mandatory third-party verification from 2030.

AI Risk & Governance

Global Hackathon Launched to Build AI Prototypes For Regulators

By Manesh Samtani | 09/07/2026

An initiative backed by the BIS Innovation Hub and GFIN seeks to develop agentic AI tools to help public authorities keep pace with autonomous systems.

Anti-Money Laundering

Singapore to Consider Enhancements to AML Regime Following FATF Review

By Nithya Subramanian | 09/07/2026

The government will review financial penalties and beneficial ownership rules after the FATF highlighted areas for improvement in its latest assessment.

Payments & Settlements

Australia Sets Vision for Future of Account-to-Account Payments

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 09/07/2026

The A2A Payments Roundtable released a long-term strategic vision for A2A payments, paving the way for a more detailed industry roadmap to for modernisation.

Cybersecurity

China Proposes Sweeping Cybersecurity Rules for Financial Sector

By Mark Johnston | 08/07/2026

Draft measures aim to unify cybersecurity standards, protect data, and introduce heightened obligations for critical infrastructure operators.

Clearing & Post-Trade

Hong Kong Launches Gold Hub Bid with New Clearing System

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 08/07/2026

A new government-owned clearing house has begun trial operations, supported by policy initiatives and a direct link to the Shanghai Gold Exchange.

Trading & Investment

Hong Kong Officials Detail Next Steps for FIC Hub Ambition

By Manesh Samtani | 07/07/2026

Officials discussed new platforms, expanded quotas, and enhanced risk management tools to implement the city's fixed income and currency roadmap.