International

Securities / Derivatives

IOSCO Report Highlights Evolving Risks of Asset Tokenisation

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 12/11/2025

IOSCO has found that adoption is limited and risks are evolving, urging regulators to apply existing principles to the market.

Fintech / Regtech

BIS Launches Project to Automate Verification of Regulatory Proofs

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 12/11/2025

Project Tamga will explore using existing internet infrastructure to allow for the automated verification of regulatory licences across jurisdictions.

ESG / Sustainability

ASEAN Launches Framework to Boost Climate Adaptation Finance

By Nithya Subramanian | 11/11/2025

The ASEAN Capital Markets Forum has released a white paper outlining principles for a new guide to mobilise funding for climate adaptation and resilience projects across Southeast Asia.

ESG / Sustainability

China, EU Join Brazil-Led Coalition to Forge Common Carbon Market Rules

By Mark Johnston | 11/11/2025

The new group aims to align standards for emissions trading, MRV, and accounting.

Crypto / Digital Assets

GFTN, Ripple Launch Global Digital Assets Training for Policymakers

By Nithya Subramanian | 10/11/2025

The new global digital assets literacy initiative aims to strengthen regulatory capacity among central bankers and policymakers.

Crypto / Digital Assets

BIS-led Project Mandala Enters Phase 2 to Automate Cross-border Payments

By Nithya Subramanian | 10/11/2025

The second phase will include new participants, test scalability, expand use cases, and explore programmable compliance for digital assets.

Capital / Liquidity

EU Proposes Three-Year Buffer on FRTB Capital Impact

By Manesh Samtani | 10/11/2025

The European Commission is seeking input on a plan to temporarily offset capital increases for banks to maintain a level playing field amid global implementation delays.

Fintech / Regtech

G20 Nations Advance on Climate, Fintech Data Gaps

By Manesh Samtani | 10/11/2025

A new report shows progress on energy and digital money data, but also highlights resource constraints and differing national priorities across economies.

Securities / Derivatives

CPMI, IOSCO Target 'Serious' Gaps in FMI Business Risk Rules

By Manesh Samtani | 10/11/2025

An assessment of 34 financial market infrastructures reveals significant shortcomings, prompting new draft guidance on capital, recovery, and wind-down plans.