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Steep M&A Fall pulls Down Overall APAC Deal Activity By 36% YoY In January 2026, Reveals GlobalData

Date 24/02/2026

A steep 49% year-on-year (YoY) fall in mergers & acquisitions (M&A) activity weighed heavily on the Asia-Pacific (APAC) deal activity in January 2026, pulling the overall transaction volumes (M&A, private equity and venture financing) down 36%. This reflects a more cautious environment among the corporates and investors amid the persistent macro uncertainty and tighter funding conditions, according to GlobalData, a leading intelligence and productivity platform.

CoinShares Launches Hyperliquid Staking ETP With 0% Management Fee And 0.5% Yield - Europe's Leading Digital Asset Manager Brings Institutional-Grade Access To Hyperliquid, The Protocol Redefining Hybrid Finance

Date 24/02/2026

CoinShares International Limited ("CoinShares" or "the Group") (Nasdaq Stockholm: CS; US OTCQX: CNSRF), a global leading asset manager specialising in digital assets and European leader, today announced the launch of the CoinShares Physical Hyperliquid Staking ETP, providing investors with regulated, institutional-grade exposure to Hyperliquid's native HYPE token at 0% management fee with a 0.5% annual yield.

Hong Kong Securities And Futures Commission Obtains Worldwide Court Orders In Hong Kong And England And Wales To Freeze Suspects’ Assets Up To HK$4.3 Million In Alleged Insider Dealing

Date 24/02/2026

The Court of First Instance of Hong Kong has granted the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) a worldwide interim injunction order (HK Order) in legal proceedings against Mr Chan Ching Wa, a former staff of the Hong Kong Exchange and Clearing Limited (HKEX), and his extended relatives, Mr Lam Cho Man and Mr Chau Chi Kwong, for alleged insider dealing in the shares of at least seven Hong Kong-listed companies.

DIFC Report: High-Net-Worth-Individuals With USD 87trn In Wealth Are Reshaping Global Investment Priorities

Date 24/02/2026

• Next-generation wealth holders now pursue multi-dimensional gains including financial gains, resilience against volatility, portfolio flexibility, environment and social impact, and solid family reputation
• As younger heirs assume greater influence, investment strategies are evolving towards private markets, artificial intelligence, sustainability and impact, alongside traditional return objectives
• Wealth advisers must blend financial expertise, tech fluency and strong relationships to help families manage and adapt their wealth across generations
• Report underscores how Dubai is not only responding to shifts in global wealth, but actively shaping the environment in which private and family capital can thrive

Shanghai Gold Exchange: Notice On Adjusting Margin Ratio And Price Limit For Certain Contracts

Date 24/02/2026

In accordance with the relevant provisions of the Measures for the Administration of Risk Control of Shanghai Gold Exchange, Shanghai Gold Exchange (SGE) decides to adjust the margin ratio and price limit ratio for certain contracts. 

Prudential Life Insurance Company Scandal: Press Conference By KATAYAMA Satsuki, Japan Minister Of Finance And Minister Of State For Financial Services

Date 24/02/2026

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I understand that the Financial Services Agency is currently investigating the scandal involving The Prudential Life Insurance Company, Ltd. As the Minister of State for Financial Services, how do you view this scandal, and how will the FSA respond?

CFFEX: Notice On Listing Of New Equity Index Futures And Options Contracts

Date 24/02/2026

• The IF2604 CSI 300 index futures contract is scheduled to be listed on February 25, 2026 at the listing benchmark price of 4688.6.
• The IC2604 CSI 500 index futures contract is scheduled to be listed on February 25, 2026 at the listing benchmark price of 8383.4.
• The IM2604 CSI 1000 index futures contract is scheduled to be listed on February 25, 2026 at the listing benchmark price of 8285.4.
• The IH2604 SSE 50 index futures contract is scheduled to be listed on February 25, 2026 at the listing benchmark price of 3039.6.
• The IO2605 series CSI 300 index options contracts are scheduled to be listed on February 25, 2026.
• The MO2605 series CSI 1000 index options contracts are scheduled to be listed on February 25, 2026.
• The HO2605 series SSE 50 index options contracts are scheduled to be listed on February 25, 2026.

Advanced Securities Settlement Using Blockchain Technology: Press Conference By KATAYAMA Satsuki, Japan Minister Of Finance And Minister Of State For Financial Services

Date 24/02/2026

Today, I will first talk about the advanced securities settlement using blockchain. As has already been reported by news media, major securities companies and megabanks are considering a demonstration experiment of advanced securities settlement using blockchain technology.

Bursa Malaysia To Reclassify Investor Segments To Provide Greater Granularity On Trading Participation Data

Date 24/02/2026

Bursa Malaysia Berhad (“Bursa Malaysia” or the “Exchange”) will be enhancing investor segments data to provide greater granularity on trading participation across the market.

Tokyo Commodity Exchange Welcomes The Hokuriku Bank As A Broker Member For Participating In TOCOM Electricity Futures Trading

Date 24/02/2026

Tokyo Commodity Exchange, Inc. (TOCOM) has today approved The Hokuriku Bank, Ltd. as a TOCOM Broker Member. The Hokuriku Bank has also been approved by Japan Securities Clearing Corporation for an Energy Futures Clearing Qualification on the same date.