International

Capital / Liquidity

ECB Proposes Overhaul of Bank Capital Rules, Casting Doubt on AT1 Bonds

By Manesh Samtani | 12/12/2025

One of the proposals is to completely remove AT1s from the going-concern capital stack, similar to the approach taken by Australia and New Zealand.

Fintech / Regtech

Cambridge Launches Global Platform to Facilitate Policy Development

By | 12/12/2025

The C:>DIR platform aims to bridge the gap between fast-moving tech and linear policymaking, with a focus on emerging economies.

ESG / Sustainability

Financial Regulators Failing on Nature Risk Despite Climate Progress, WWF Says

By Manesh Samtani | 12/12/2025

A global assessment finds major gaps in addressing risks from deforestation and water stress, urging APAC regulators to act.

Market Infrastructure

BCBS Publishes New Standard on Third-Party Risk Management

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 12/12/2025

The new global standard addresses growing dependency on third-party providers and sets a common baseline for banks and supervisors.

Enforcement

Experts Urge Overhaul of Risk-Based Approach, AML Enforcement

By Manesh Samtani | 12/12/2025

At the Basel AML Index launch, speakers from the Wolfsberg Group and ECB called for better enforcement and a more proportionate risk-based approach.

Securities / Derivatives

Sri Lanka: Court Dismisses Corruption Case Against Ex-CBSL Chief

By Manesh Samtani | 11/12/2025

Former CBSL Governor Ajith Nivard Cabraal has been conditionally discharged in a corruption case, conditional upon the repayment of over LKR 1.84 billion.

Fintech / Regtech

BIS Unveils Report on Tokenised FX Pilot for Cross-Border Payments

By Nithya Subramanian | 11/12/2025

The PoC demonstrated that tokenised FX and settlement can be integrated with existing retail payment systems, paving the way for faster and more resilient cross-border transactions.

Securities / Derivatives

Geopolitical, Cyber Risks Remain Top Threats for 2026: DTCC Survey

By Manesh Samtani | 11/12/2025

The annual survey shows top concerns unchanged, while highlighting regional differences and emerging AI risks for the global financial system.

Market Infrastructure

ASEAN+3 Watchdog Urges Closer IMF Links Amid Rising Global Risks

By Manesh Samtani | 11/12/2025

A commentary from AMRO highlights underused crisis funds and calls for structured cooperation to counter new economic threats.