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In response to the central government’s recent calls to rein in financial risks, regulators of banks, insurers and the stock market have rolled out measures targeting long-standing issues in this sector
Five Things You Need to Know About China’s New Cabinet-Level Financial Stability Committee
Initiative to improve interagency coordination, shift away from easy money without sacrificing economic growth

Ant Group’s Takeover of Hong Kong Brokerage Clears Local Hurdle, Awaits Beijing’s Nod
Hong Kong’s securities regulator approved the deal, but the acquisition remains contingent on a review by China’s top economic planner

Qualcomm Admits Closing Autotalks Deal Without Approval as China Opens Antitrust Probe
Beijing says the U.S. chipmaker proceeded with its automotive-chip acquisition despite warnings, exposing it to potential fines of up to $1.8 billion.

China Opens Antitrust Probe Into Qualcomm Over Israeli Chip Deal
U.S. tech giant could face nearly $1.8 billion in fines after failing to declare Autotalks acquisition

CX Daily: China to Launch New Visa to Lure Young Tech Talent Amid U.S. Curbs
Hong Kong launches a task force to help Chinese mainland companies expand overseas. Plus, more on Wahaha

China Opens Bond Repo Market Wider to Foreign Investors in Push for Global Integration
New rules align with international practices, giving foreign funds greater access to onshore liquidity

In Depth: Lawsuits Lay Bare Shortcomings of China’s Commercial Insurers
The rejection of coverage for Duchenne muscular dystrophy in a three-year-old boy over technicalities showed his mother the limits of a critical illness policy she had put her faith in

CX Daily: Beijing Bets on New Policy Tool to Bolster Emerging Sector Investment
China will stop seeking preferential treatment reserved for developing countries in future WTO talks, Premier Li Qiang says

Trade War Monitor, Sept. 22: Fragile Optimism as TikTok Deal Takes Shape
A phone call between Xi and Trump signals a breakthrough on TikTok, but Beijing’s new antitrust probe into Nvidia shows the U.S.-China trade war is far from over

China Escalates Antitrust Scrutiny of Nvidia Over Mellanox Deal
Regulators say the U.S. chipmaker breached merger terms, potentially exposing it to billions of dollars in fines

Hong Kong Moves to Ease Capital Rules for Banks Holding Licensed Crypto
New crypto asset framework could lower costs for banks, bolster city’s role as digital finance hub

Alipay Fined by Luxembourg Regulator for Anti-Money Laundering Breaches
The 214,000 euro penalty, for what the watchdog calls ‘important breaches,’ highlights the compliance challenges Chinese payment giants face when expanding into Europe

Exclusive: Chinese Illegal Margin Financing Mastermind Surrenders U.K. Assets
Song Shijie has been on the lam from Chinese authorities over his alleged involvement in criminal securities transactions and money laundering

Chinese Robot Startup Unitree Gears Up for Market Debut
Startup emphasizes civilian use of its robots as it prepares IPO filing between October and December

In Depth: TV Industry Hopes for Dramatic Growth After Beijing Loosens Grip
Market insiders warn reforms might not be enough for traditional media to see off the challenge posed by ‘micro-dramas’

CX Briefing: BYD to Build Malaysia Factory
Also in today’s rundown: Yuan picks up strength as U.S. dollar weakens, Beijing unveils plan to expand national carbon market