Fintech / Regtech

RBA Flags Private Market Risks, Digital Currency Assessment in New Plan

02/09/2025

The RBA's corporate plan highlights financial stability risks from non-bank lending and outlines key work on a potential CBDC.

Securities / Derivatives

Taiwan FSC Details Widespread AML and Security Flaws at VASPs, Banks

01/09/2025

The FSC has published examination findings for H1 2025, revealing significant deficiencies in customer due diligence and cybersecurity.

AML / KYC

India's Enforcement Directorate Obtains First Interpol 'Purple Notice'

01/09/2025

The notice details a sophisticated TBML method using shell firms and forged documents to alert 196 member countries.

Crypto / Digital Assets

BSP Extends Moratorium on New Crypto Licences Indefinitely

01/09/2025

The central bank cites consumer protection and financial stability risks, continuing a freeze that was set to expire this year.

Australia's Super Fund Performance Test Sees Few New Failures

01/09/2025

APRA's annual test finds only seven products failed, all on platforms, prompting industry criticism and calls for reform.

Fintech / Regtech

Thailand Pivots from Public CBDC to Private Stablecoins

01/09/2025

The central bank has no plans for a public digital baht, shifting focus to wholesale applications and a sandbox for privately-issued stablecoins.

Capital / Liquidity

Korea: New FSS Chief Puts Banks on Notice Over Consumer Protection

01/09/2025

FSS Governor Lee Chan-jin has warned of strict penalties for misselling scandals and urged a shift away from "easy interest business".

AML / KYC

Sri Lanka Mandates Beneficial Ownership Disclosures, Bans Bearer Shares

01/09/2025

New Companies Act amendments aim to align with global AML standards and enhance corporate transparency ahead of a key FATF evaluation.

Securities / Derivatives

Thailand Selects KuCoin for Launch of Tokenised Government Bond

31/08/2025

The THB 5 billion initiative aims to democratise access to sovereign debt for retail investors, with KuCoin joining a government-approved consortium.