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What SEC Examiners Are Looking For: Lessons from the SEC's New York Regional CCO Outreach Program
For many advisers, an SEC examination can feel like a high-stakes event. However, recent comments from SEC examination and enforcement…
September 1, 2026
What the Updated UAE Proliferation Financing National Risk Assessment Means for Regulated Firms
The recent publication of the updated UAE Proliferation Financing National Risk Assessment ('PF NRA') by the National Anti-Money Laundering and…
August 25, 2026
Internal Audit, Assurance Reviews and Gap Analysis FAQs for Regulated Firms in the UAE
Waystone supports regulated firms in the UAE with Internal Audit, assurance reviews, Discovery Sessions, gap analysis, remediation support, and independent…
August 19, 2026
Transitioning Your Compliance Consulting Firm: A Practical Guide for RIAs
A practical guide to help RIAs evaluate whether their compliance support model remains aligned with the evolving needs of their…
August 11, 2026
Regulatory Updates July 2026 – APAC Region
Enforcement News – July 2026 Stay informed with our Regulatory Update Navigate the ever-evolving regulatory landscape with our Regulatory Update.…
August 10, 2026
Regulatory Update July 2026 – ME Region
This edition includes – DFSA Publishes Consultation Paper, DFSA Publishes 2026 AI Survey, CMA Consults on Private Placement Framework for…
August 7, 2026
Hong Kong MSO Compliance Guide: Ongoing AML/CFT Obligations for Licensed Money Service Operators
A practical guide to maintaining compliance after obtaining your Money Service Operator license.
August 5, 2026
Regulatory Update July 2026 – US Region
This edition includes – SEC Publishes 2026 Regulatory Agenda, SEC Proposes New E-Delivery Framework for Investor Communications. SEC Updates Municipal…
August 5, 2026
SFC Enforcement Action Highlights Compliance Lessons for Private Fund Managers
Overview A recent Securities and Futures Commission (“SFC”) enforcement action highlights important compliance lessons for licensed fund managers in Hong…
August 3, 2026
Preparing for MAS PS-G04 Annual Audit: How PSPs Can Get Audit-Ready
In this article, we outline the key PS-G04 audit requirements for payment service providers in Singapore, the areas MAS expects…
July 23, 2026
APAC Asset Management Regulatory Review: H1 2026 Update
Key Regulatory Developments Across Singapore and Hong Kong
July 20, 2026
Regulatory Updates June 2026 – APAC Region
Stay informed with our Regulatory Update Navigate the ever-evolving regulatory landscape with our Regulatory Update. Our team of compliance experts…
July 20, 2026
Regulatory Update June 2026 – ME Region
This edition includes – DFSA Publishes Dear SEO Letter and Survey on Cyber Security, FSRA Issues Notice on IEMS, FIU…
July 15, 2026
MAS Consults on Proposed Technology Risk Management Amendments to Strengthen Financial Sector Resilience
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has issued a consultation paper proposing amendments to its Notices on Technology Risk Management…
July 10, 2026
Regulatory Update June 2026 – US Region
Stay informed with our Regulatory Update Navigate the ever-evolving regulatory landscape with Waystone’s Regulatory Update. Our team of compliance experts…
July 1, 2026
Implications from Recent SFC Enforcement: Key Lessons for FRR and CMR Compliance
On 1 June 2026, the Securities and Futures Commission (“SFC”) published a news release titled, “SFC reprimands and fines XHK…
June 25, 2026
DFSA PIB Amendments: Key Changes and Impact from 1 July 2026
As previously highlighted in the Dubai Financial Services Authority’s (‘DFSA’) feedback statement on Consultation Paper No. 161, issued on 21…
June 22, 2026
Regulatory Updates May 2026 – APAC Region
Stay informed with our Regulatory Update Navigate the ever-evolving regulatory landscape with our Regulatory Update. Our team of compliance experts…
June 17, 2026
Regulatory Update May 2026 – ME Region
This edition includes – DIFC Proposes Amendments to Prescribed Company Regulations, DFSA Publishes Amendments to Its Regulatory Framework, FSRA Finalises…
June 9, 2026
Regulatory Update May 2026 – US Region
Stay informed with our Regulatory Update Navigate the ever-evolving regulatory landscape with Waystone’s Regulatory Update. Our team of compliance experts…
June 9, 2026
Hong Kong SFC Circular on Account Opening Controls: Key Compliance Measures for Chinese Mainland Investor Accounts
On 22 May 2026, the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) issued an important circular titled “Expected controls for…
June 1, 2026