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Tokenisation

Korea Proposes Tokenised Securities Rules Ahead of 2027 Launch

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 07/10/2026

The FSC has unveiled draft rules for tokenised securities, setting capital requirements and retail trading limits ahead of a 2027 rollout.

Tokenisation

HKMA Publishes Project Ensemble Tokenisation Deliverables

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 07/10/2026

HKMA has released three foundational reports to advance the city's tokenisation ecosystem and digital settlement infrastructure.

Capital Adequacy

Basel III Nears Full Implementation Across BCBS Jurisdictions

By Manesh Samtani | 07/10/2026

Three-quarters of BCBS jurisdictions have now published the full set of post-crisis Basel III rules, while almost all expect banks to apply them by April 2027.

Structural Regulation

Singapore to Review Tax Incentives for Family Offices

By Nithya Subramanian | 06/10/2026

Singapore is reporting faster onboarding times in private banking, while MAS considers tax exemptions for investment in digital payment tokens and insurance policies.

Reporting & Disclosures

NZ Firms Back Climate Reporting Shift, Urges Australian Alignment

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 06/10/2026

Submissions to the XRB show strong support for adopting international climate standards, though stakeholder views diverged on implementation timelines and industry-specific metrics.

AI Risk & Governance

Singapore Finance Sector Steps Up AI Adoption Amid Risks

By Nithya Subramanian | 06/10/2026

AI adoption in finance and insurance reached 27.6 percent as regulators tackled risks spanning digital identity, market competition and fraud.

Trading & Investment

SGX Board Lot Cuts Take Effect, Lowering Retail Entry Costs

By Nithya Subramanian | 06/10/2026

From 5 October, investors can trade 11 higher-priced stocks in smaller lots, reducing the upfront cost of accessing Singapore-listed equities.

Trading & Investment

Vietnam, Singapore Exchanges Advance Depositary Receipt Linkage

By Nithya Subramanian | 05/10/2026

VNX and SGX will assess legal, operational and infrastructure requirements for DR products while regulators discuss digital asset oversight.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Philippines Strengthening Coordination on Anti-Scam Efforts, says GASA

By Manesh Samtani | 05/10/2026

The Philippines is working to establish a unified anti-scam centre to combat rising digital wallet fraud.