SFC Sets Feb 2026 Deadline for Migration to New STR Platform

The regulator has mandated a transition to the new STREAMS 2 platform, detailing submission methods and a blackout period.

Manesh Samtani

27 Jan 2026•2 min read

SGX Plans Smaller Board Lots for Higher-Priced Stocks

The exchange proposes reducing board lots to 10 units for stocks above SGD 10 and to one unit above SGD 100, following market review recommendations.

Nithya Subramanian

26 Jan 2026•3 min read

HKMA Finalises Phase 2A of Sustainable Finance Taxonomy

The updated framework introduces transition pathways and an adaptation category, and will be mandatory for government green bond projects.

Sanday Chongo Kabange

23 Jan 2026•3 min read

Australia Confirms Deferral of Major AML/CTF Reforms

Home Affairs is consulting on transitional rules to delay IVTS reporting, stagger independent evaluations, and ease compliance burdens for Tranche 1 and 2 entities.

Nathan Lynch

22 Jan 2026•5 min read

China Rolls Out CNY 500b Guarantee Scheme and Expanded Loan Subsidies

The package of measures also imposes stringent new operational and compliance mandates on financial institutions designed to manage risk and prevent arbitrage.

Mark Johnston

21 Jan 2026•3 min read

Japan's FSA Proposes Stricter Rules on AML Tech and Vendor Oversight

Draft guidelines elevate previous expectations to firm requirements for financial firms, targeting technology adoption, trade finance, and outsourcing.

Manesh Samtani

20 Jan 2026•2 min read

HKMA Issues Guidance on Operational Risk Controls for Trading Activities

The HKMA is urging banks to adopt advanced surveillance technology and preventative controls, including pre-trade hard blocks and real-time monitoring.

Manesh Samtani

19 Jan 2026•2 min read

PBOC Rolls Out Lending Support for Private Firms, Tech, Green Projects

Measures include a new CNY 1 trillion re-lending facility and expanded quotas for tech and green finance, with rate cuts to support uptake.

Manesh Samtani

16 Jan 2026•3 min read