Fintech / Regtech

Crypto / Digital Assets

KuCoin Launches Mastercard-Linked Crypto Card Under AFSL Regime

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/04/2026

The launch, enabled by a partnership with principal Mastercard member Immersve, follows Kucoin's 2025 AUSTRAC registration and operates within the AFSL framework.

Fintech / Regtech

Japan Launches Task Force to Tackle AI Cyber Risks in Finance

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/04/2026

The joint public-private group will address "unprecedented" threats to the financial system following global security concerns over Anthropic's powerful 'Mythos' AI model.

Fintech / Regtech

Vietnam's NDAChain Used in Cross-Border On-Chain PoC

By Editors | 27/04/2026

A proof-of-concept between Vietnam and Indonesia has tested a model for compliant, cross-border digital transactions using verified credentials.

Fintech / Regtech

India FinMin Urges Banks to Coordinate AI Defences

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/04/2026

The MOF has ordered banks to establish a real-time threat intelligence sharing mechanism and a coordinated response to counter "unprecedented" AI-driven cyber risks.

Fintech / Regtech

MetaComp Launches AI Agent Governance Framework for Finance

By Manesh Samtani | 27/04/2026

The Singapore-based firm released an open framework for identifying, authorising and monitoring AI agents in regulated financial services.

Securities / Derivatives

India’s CCIL Must Leverage AI for Pre-emptive Risk Management: Officials

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/04/2026

Senior officials have outlined a new strategic direction for the CCP, focusing on AI-driven surveillance, global expansion, and managing new forms of systemic risk.

Market Infrastructure

Taiwan FSC Urges Banks to Brace for AI and Quantum Threats

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/04/2026

The FSC is pushing institutions to move beyond compliance and prepare for new-generation cyber risks, stressing sector-wide cooperation and board-level accountability.

Fintech / Regtech

$290m Crypto Hack Reveals DeFi Governance and Contagion Risks

By Manesh Samtani | 27/04/2026

An exploit attributed to North Korea triggered market contagion and a governance intervention, offering lessons for regulators on systemic risk.

Fintech / Regtech

RBI Opens Centralised Payment System to Fintechs

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/04/2026

The RBI has granted a private fintech firm, Pay Point, direct membership to its core payment systems, signalling a significant structural shift.