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Cryptocurrency

Singapore Finalises Regulations to Adopt Crypto Tax Reporting Framework

By Nithya Subramanian | 18/08/2026

Singapore has gazetted new regulations implementing the OECD's crypto tax framework and expanding the Common Reporting Standard from 2027.

Market Risk

PBOC Overhauls Monetary Policy Framework, Shifts Focus to Overnight Rate

By Mark Johnston | 18/08/2026

The central bank is moving to a more price-based policy framework, establishing a new key interest rate anchor and promoting diversified loan-pricing benchmarks.

Payments & Settlements

China Rolls Out Nationwide Cross-Border Cash Pooling for MNCs

By Mark Johnston | 17/08/2026

The new framework offers a lower-threshold option for smaller multinationals, complementing an existing scheme for larger firms and simplifying fund management.

Cryptocurrency

Korea's Crypto Tax Faces Political Showdown Ahead of 2027 Launch

By Nithya Subramanian | 17/08/2026

The government is holding firm on its 2027 start date, while ruling party lawmakers are pushing for both a delay and a full repeal over fairness and capital flight concerns.

Liquidity Risk

Japan Considers Using Fed Liquidity Facility for Yen Intervention

By Manesh Samtani | 17/08/2026

Japan is considering a new intervention tool as a senior US lawmaker demands justification for the recent joint yen-buying operation.

Cryptocurrency

Taiwan Proposes Crypto AML Rules, Sets Timeline for Travel Rule

By Mark Johnston | 17/08/2026

New draft regulations will implement the FATF's Travel Rule in two phases, following the recent enactment of a comprehensive VASP licensing law.

AI Risk & Governance

Korea Launches First AI Assessment Framework for Finance

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 14/08/2026

Korea's Financial Security Institute has developed a specialised framework to assess the safety and trustworthiness of AI in finance.

Trading & Investment

HKEX to Float Discussion Paper on Extending Trading Hours

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 13/08/2026

HKEX is moving ahead with discussions on longer trading sessions despite broker concerns, amid growing competition from global peers.

Anti-Money Laundering

Korea to Abolish Crypto Travel Rule Threshold, Tighten VASP Oversight

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 13/08/2026

Regulators will expand the travel rule to all crypto transfers and impose stricter financial and operational requirements on virtual asset service providers.