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China Mandates Immediate Asset Freezes in New AML Regulations

By Manesh Samtani | 20/01/2026

New measures require FIs to freeze assets of designated entities without notice and enhance internal controls for list-based screening.

Fintech / Regtech

Japan's FSA Proposes Stricter Rules on AML Tech and Vendor Oversight

By Manesh Samtani | 20/01/2026

Draft guidelines elevate previous expectations to firm requirements for financial firms, targeting technology adoption, trade finance, and outsourcing.

Fintech / Regtech

China's Digital Currency Projects Surge, mBridge Tops $55B

By Manesh Samtani | 19/01/2026

The cross-border payment platform has seen a 2,500-fold value increase, as China introduces new regulations and interest-bearing features for its domestic e-CNY.

Fintech / Regtech

WFE Urges Pragmatism on Quantum Computing Rules

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 19/01/2026

A WFE report highlights a gap between regulatory quantum preparedness demands and more immediate industry threats like AI.

Fintech / Regtech

G7 Maps Transition to Post-Quantum Cryptography for Financial Sector

By Nithya Subramanian | 16/01/2026

The Cyber Expert Group outlined a non-binding, risk-based roadmap to help financial institutions prepare for quantum-era cybersecurity threats while maintaining system resilience.

Securities / Derivatives

IOSCO Chief Outlines 2026 Agenda, Flags Gaps in Private Finance Data

By Manesh Samtani | 16/01/2026

IOSCO to focus on market resilience, fintech risks and targeted reporting increases for hedge funds and private finance.

ESG / Sustainability

World Bank, BNM Urge Reforms to Unlock Islamic Climate Finance

By Manesh Samtani | 15/01/2026

A new report finds a massive climate funding gap in OIC nations, calling for targeted reforms to mainstream Islamic finance instruments.

Capital / Liquidity

BIS Paper Questions Net Benefit of Liquidity Coverage Ratio

By Manesh Samtani | 15/01/2026

A decade since its implementation, a BIS paper finds the LCR rule has unintended side effects and its overall effectiveness remains unclear.

AML / KYC

Korea to Block Transactions of Firms Controlled by Terrorist Financiers

By Mark Johnston | 15/01/2026

Financial institutions must identify and restrict services for entities owned or influenced by designated persons, effective 22 January.