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APRA Proposes Easing Operational Risk Rules for Key Service Providers

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 10/12/2025

The consultation seeks to exempt firms from some contractual requirements in CPS 230 for non-negotiable, market-mandated provider arrangements.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Hong Kong Consults on Crypto Tax Reporting Framework, Stricter FI Penalties

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 10/12/2025

The plan includes mandatory registration for crypto service providers and financial institutions, with automatic data exchange scheduled to begin in 2028.

Crypto / Digital Assets

ASIC Finalises Licensing Relief for Stablecoin, Wrapped Token Intermediaries

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 10/12/2025

New class relief exempts intermediaries from separate licensing and permits omnibus accounts for digital asset custody, building on earlier measures.

Securities / Derivatives

China to Mandate Pay Cuts for Underperforming Fund Managers

By Mark Johnston | 10/12/2025

China's fund industry body has issued draft rules tying pay to long-term investor returns, mandating co-investment and introducing clawback provisions.

Securities / Derivatives

CSRC Outlines 'Differentiated Regulation' to Build 'First-Class' Investment Banks

By Manesh Samtani | 09/12/2025

The CSRC signals looser capital and leverage rules for top firms and stricter oversight for others to foster global champions.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Korea to Bolster Crypto AML Rules, Introduce Account Freezing System

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 09/12/2025

KoFIU will strengthen cross-border rules and introduce a system to suspend suspicious accounts amid a crackdown on transnational crime.

Securities / Derivatives

China Proposes Sweeping Overhaul of Listed Company Regulation

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 09/12/2025

The draft rules aim to tighten corporate governance, combat financial fraud, and enhance investor protection for the country's listed firms.

Securities / Derivatives

HKEX Aligns OTC Clear Margin Policy with New Reference Rate Model

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 09/12/2025

From January 2026, interest on cash collateral at the clearing house will be based on benchmark rates minus a handling fee.

Securities / Derivatives

CSRC Chief Wu Qing Unveils Sweeping Capital Market Reform Agenda

By Mark Johnston | 08/12/2025

The plan prioritises support for tech innovation, attracting long-term capital, and expanding high-level institutional opening-up, says CSRC Chairman.