United States

Enforcement

Korea to Implement “One Strike Out” Policy for Market Manipulators

By Editors | 12/06/2025

Korea to permanently ban perpetrators of unfair trading, signalling a zero-tolerance approach to market abuse and enhanced investor protection.

Sanctions

Five Nations Sanction Israeli Ministers, US Condemns Move

By Editors | 11/06/2025

UK, Canada, Norway, Australia and New Zealand sanctioned two Israeli ministers for inciting extremist violence and human rights abuses.

FSB Appoints Randal K Quarles to Lead Strategic Review

By Nithya Subramanian | 10/06/2025

The review will assess 15 years of reform implementation, evaluate the FSB’s tools and processes, and provide recommendations for improvement.

Crypto / Digital Assets

SEC Philippines Finalises Regulatory Framework for Crypto Industry

By Mark Johnston | 09/06/2025

SEC mandates registration and licensing for crypto asset service providers (CASPs) to enhance consumer protection and combat fraud.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Thailand SEC Waives Fees on ESG Bond and Digital Token Issuance

By Nithya Subramanian | 09/06/2025

The SEC has waived application and filing fees for three years to promote ESG finance and support the country’s creative sector.

Securities / Derivatives

Taiwan Central Bank Warns of Growing Risks from ETF Market

By Nithya Subramanian | 09/06/2025

The growth of the ETF market poses financial stability risks due to investor herding, liquidity challenges and questionable asset management practices.

Fintech / Regtech

Financial Sector Must Act to Curb Rise in Child Identity Theft

By Nithya Subramanian | 09/06/2025

A white paper from LSEG Risk Intelligence proposes several practical measures FIs can adopt immediately to protect children.

AML / KYC

US Sanctions Iran Shadow Banking Network, Including HK Front Companies

By Manesh Samtani | 08/06/2025

OFAC has sanctioned a network laundering billions for Iran, targeting 10 individuals and 27 entities based in Iran, China, Hong Kong, and the UAE.

Uncategorised

US SEC Considers Narrowing Foreign Private Issuer Definition

By Manesh Samtani | 08/06/2025

The US SEC is considering revising its foreign private issuer rules amid concerns over disclosure and regulatory arbitrage, particularly affecting […]