Fintech / Regtech

Fintech / Regtech

China and Ethiopia to Deepen Financial Cooperation on Payments and CBDCs

By Mark Johnston | 07/04/2026

Central banks discussed establishing bilateral swap lines and integrating payment systems, including potential access to China's CIPS network for Ethiopian banks.

Fintech / Regtech

Korea to Impose TradFI-Grade Controls on Crypto Exchanges

By Manesh Samtani | 07/04/2026

Korean regulators will require virtual asset exchanges to implement five-minute balance checks, monthly external audits, and financial-company-level internal controls.

Capital / Liquidity

Philippines Proposes Calamity Relief Framework for Non-Bank Lenders

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 07/04/2026

The BSP has drafted rules allowing non-bank financial institutions to grant loan moratoriums and other relief measures in disaster-stricken areas.

Fintech / Regtech

US Designates India's UPI and Data Rules as Trade Barriers

By Nithya Subramanian | 07/04/2026

The USTR’s annual trade report flags India’s digital payment ecosystem, data localisation rules, and content takedown orders as significant hurdles.

Enforcement

China Probes Data Collection Practices in Finance and Other Sectors

By Mark Johnston | 07/04/2026

Regulators will scrutinise illegal data collection and use by banks, insurers, and online loan platforms as part of a nationwide enforcement action.

ESG / Sustainability

Taiwan Mandates Paperless Financial Reporting for Brokers

By Editors | 06/04/2026

FSC is moving all securities and futures firms to digital-only submissions from the 2026 fiscal year to boost efficiency and sustainability.

Market Infrastructure

Taiwan FSC Urges Firms to Leverage Cyber Insurance as Risks Mount

By Editors | 06/04/2026

The FSC is advising companies to evaluate cyber insurance as a key risk management tool, as market premiums show steady growth.

AML / KYC

SC Malaysia, MCMC Ink Pact to Fight Investment Scams

By Nithya Subramanian | 06/04/2026

The regulators will use AI and enhance intelligence sharing to combat fraudulent schemes exploiting digital platforms.

Fintech / Regtech

Korea to Pilot Deposit Token Payments at Major Convenience Store Chains

By Mark Johnston | 06/04/2026

BOK is partnering with commercial banks and retailers to test deposit token payments in real-world consumer settings.