Fintech / Regtech

Fintech / Regtech

RBI Proposes Overhaul of Prepaid Payment Instrument Rules

By Nithya Subramanian | 24/04/2026

The draft rules introduce stricter capital norms for non-banks, new wallet categories, and mandate interoperability to bolster the payments ecosystem.

Fintech / Regtech

Taiwan to Ease Ownership and Board Rules for Internet-Only Banks

By Mark Johnston | 24/04/2026

The proposed changes aim to help Taiwan's three digital banks raise capital and attract diverse investors after three years of operation, addressing significant operational losses.

Fintech / Regtech

Singapore Authorities Warn on Unlicensed Prediction Markets

By Nithya Subramanian | 24/04/2026

The warning comes as crypto-based platforms, blocked since 2024, see a surge in wagers on Singapore-related events, posing enforcement challenges.

Fintech / Regtech

India, Japan Scrutinise Anthropic’s ‘Mythos’ AI Model Over Cyber Risks

By Nithya Subramanian | 24/04/2026

Regulators from India, Japan, Hong Kong, Australia and Korea are among those holding talks with banks amid fears the advanced AI could accelerate cyberattacks.

Capital / Liquidity

Singapore’s MindForge AI Framework Adds ‘Governance Premium’ for Banks

By Manesh Samtani | 23/04/2026

The initiative led by MAS aims to standardise AI governance and shield bank balance sheets from risks such as algorithmic drift and model miscalculations.

Fintech / Regtech

India, Korea Deepen Financial Ties with Regulatory, Payments Pacts

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/04/2026

The agreements include a regulatory MoU and a pact to integrate digital payment systems, aiming to boost investment and interoperability.

Fintech / Regtech

RBI Consolidates E-Mandate Rules, Includes Cross-Border Payments

By Nithya Subramanian | 22/04/2026

The new framework standardises rules for recurring payments, introduces higher AFA-free limits for key financial products, and enhances consumer protection.

Market Infrastructure

NEC Launches Shared Cybersecurity Centre for Japan's Regional Banks

By Manesh Samtani | 22/04/2026

The initiative aims to help smaller FIs address rising cyber threats, talent shortages, and regulatory demands through a collaborative framework and shared services.

Fintech / Regtech

Japan's SBI Remit Partners Tottori Bank for DLT Remittances

By Editors | 22/04/2026

The move expands a Ripple-powered payment network to 26 institutions, targeting low-value transfers for foreign workers amid rising compliance costs for traditional systems.