Fintech / Regtech

Fintech / Regtech

FSA Japan, ADB Sign Pact to Strengthen Financial Systems Across APAC

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/10/2025

The partnership aims to boost financial inclusion, deepen capital markets, and strengthen financial stability across Asia-Pacific.

Fintech / Regtech

Singapore Boosts Mobile App Security with New Portal and Global Partnership

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/10/2025

The CSA has launched a pilot Safe App Portal and signed an MoU with the App Defense Alliance to strengthen mobile app security standards and public trust.

Fintech / Regtech

Singapore Unveils Twin Quantum Security Frameworks for Consultation

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/10/2025

The CSA has proposed a national blueprint to help organisations secure critical systems and financial infrastructure ahead of the quantum era.

Securities / Derivatives

Hong Kong and Jiangsu Province Sign MoU to Boost Financial Ties

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/10/2025

The agreement aims to deepen cooperation in capital markets, private equity, fintech, and wealth management, connecting Jiangsu firms with Hong Kong’s international financial services.

Fintech / Regtech

Hong Kong Signals Further Listing Reforms, Eyes Tokenised ETFs

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/10/2025

Officials have outlined plans to further refine Hong Kong's listing rules and promote innovative products like tokenised ETFs.

Fintech / Regtech

Hong Kong to Bolster Support for eMPF Platform Following Complaints

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/10/2025

Authorities are doubling the eMPF Platform’s support staff and refining systems after users reported issues with contributions, registration, and customer service since its launch last year.

Securities / Derivatives

TAIFEX Overhauls Cybersecurity Rules for Futures Commission Merchants

By Editors | 23/10/2025

The futures exchange has replaced prescriptive security check requirements with a new procedural framework based on firms' security risk levels.

Fintech / Regtech

Australia Overhauls Voluntary AI Rules, Refocusing on Core Practices

By Manesh Samtani | 23/10/2025

New guidance consolidates a previous framework into six essential practices, aiming to simplify responsible AI adoption for Australian businesses.

Market Infrastructure

Korea to Launch On-site Cyber Probes, Toughen Penalties for Breaches

By Manesh Samtani | 23/10/2025

New cross-ministerial plan expands government investigation powers and legally reinforces CEO responsibility for cybersecurity following a series of major hacks.