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    Securities / Derivatives

    Hong Kong Launches Enhanced Arrangements for RMB Bond Repo

    By Manesh Samtani | 26/08/2025

    The new arrangements allow re-use of Chinese bond collateral and facilitate cross-currency trades saw over CNY 3 billion in transactions on debut.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Hong Kong Banks Propose ID Verification Platform to Handle Mainland Customers

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 25/08/2025

    Hong Kong banks are reportedly calling on regulators to establish a new channel to enable them to verify Mainland customers' identities.

    Market Infrastructure

    China Proposes Major Overhaul of Interbank FX Market Rules

    By Mark Johnston | 25/08/2025

    New draft regulations aim to strengthen comprehensive supervision, clarify market access for institutions and modernise a framework dating back to 1996.

    Securities / Derivatives

    SEBI Proposes Overhaul of Stock Closing Price Mechanism

    By Editors | 25/08/2025

    SEBI proposes to introduce a new Closing Auction Session, aiming to align with global practices and boost market efficiency.

    Trending

    China Launches Cross-Border Asset Management Pilot in Hainan

    By Manesh Samtani | 25/08/2025

    China has officially launched its new cross-border asset management pilot programme in Hainan, allowing overseas investors access to onshore financial products.

    Trending

    JPMorgan to Pay Malaysia $330m in Final 1MDB Settlement

    By Editors | 23/08/2025

    The deal resolves all outstanding claims and follows a Swiss conviction of the bank's unit for AML failures linked to the scandal.

    Trending

    AUSTRAC Orders External AML Audit of Crypto Exchange Binance

    By Editors | 22/08/2025

    AUSTRAC cited serious concerns with Binance's AML controls, governance, and a lack of understanding of local Australian risks.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    Japan FSA to Create New Bureau for Crypto, Insurance, Asset Management

    By Editors | 22/08/2025

    The FSA plans to reorganise in 2026, creating a new body to oversee digital finance and crypto-assets alongside insurance and asset management.

    Sanctions

    US, UK Target HK, China Firms in New Iran Oil Sanctions

    By Manesh Samtani | 22/08/2025

    The sanctions target multiple shipping companies in Hong Kong, China, and the Marshall Islands for facilitating Iranian oil exports.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    China State Council to Consider Roadmap for Yuan Stablecoin - Reports

    By Editors | 22/08/2025

    Top policymakers will consider a plan to authorise yuan-backed stablecoins. Hong Kong and Shanghai are positioned as potential implementation hubs.

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