Fintech / Regtech

Crypto / Digital Assets

Kyrgyzstan Launches Gold-Backed Digital Dollar USDKG

By Nithya Subramanian | 02/12/2025

Kyrgyzstan launches USDKG, a fully gold-backed digital asset issued under state oversight, marking a major step in its regulated blockchain strategy.

AML / KYC

Indonesian Authorities Collaborate to Protect Financial Sector Integrity

By Nithya Subramanian | 02/12/2025

Indonesia’s OJK, PPATK and BSSN signed new cooperation pacts to reinforce AML/CFT measures and bolster cybersecurity across the financial sector.

Fintech / Regtech

Korea FSS Issued Stern Warning to Upbit Over Crypto Hack

By Manesh Samtani | 02/12/2025

The regulator signalled it would take strong measures in response to the $30 million theft at Upbit linked to North Korean actors.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Japan Post Bank to Pilot Tokenised Deposit Settlements for Real Estate

By Mark Johnston | 02/12/2025

The major lender will partner with DeCurret DCP and Shinoken Group to automate rent payments and property transactions using DCJPY ahead of a planned 2026 rollout.

Fintech / Regtech

Malaysian Telcos Activate MyDigital ID to Curb Mobile Fraud

By Nithya Subramanian | 02/12/2025

The rollout includes Single Sign-On (SSO) integration with the national digital identity platform, enhancing safeguards against account breaches and phishing attempts.

Capital / Liquidity

IADI Targets E-Money, Crisis Management in 2026 Priorities

By Manesh Samtani | 02/12/2025

A key focus is on digital finance, including research addressing the treatment of e-money and its implications for financial stability.

Securities / Derivatives

South Korean Lawmakers Advance Security Token Legislation

By Mark Johnston | 02/12/2025

The legislation will establish the legal basis for security token offerings (STOs), setting the stage for a competitive race among firms seeking to launch new trading platforms.

AML / KYC

RBI Harmonises KYC Rules for All Entities in Payments Industry

By Nithya Subramanian | 02/12/2025

The framework covers prepaid issuers, payment aggregators, AePS operators and remittance providers, standardising compliance requirements and removing ambiguity.

Fintech / Regtech

ASIC Updates Complaints Data Rules to Cover BNPL, Digital Assets

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 02/12/2025

ASIC has updated its mandatory internal dispute resolution data reporting handbook, adding new categories for emerging financial products and enhancing data validation.