International

    Sanctions

    FATF Adopts First Mutual Evaluation Reports Under New Methodology

    By Manesh Samtani | 27/10/2025

    The FATF also removed four countries from the 'grey list' and adopted new guidance on asset recovery and emerging risks from AI and deepfakes.

    Fintech / Regtech

    UN Convention on Cybercrime Signed by 65 Nations

    By Manesh Samtani | 27/10/2025

    The pact aims to streamline cross-border data sharing and fight digital crime, but critics warn it could enable transnational repression and harm cybersecurity.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Global Trade Bodies Urge EU to Delay Third-Country CCP Reporting Rule

    By Manesh Samtani | 26/10/2025

    Associations warn the EMIR 3.0 requirement is premature and creates a complex, costly compliance burden for firms globally.

    Securities / Derivatives

    RBI Proposes Mandatory UTI for OTC Derivatives from April 2026

    By Manesh Samtani | 24/10/2025

    The proposal aims to enhance market transparency and align with global standards for reporting over-the-counter derivative transactions.

    Capital / Liquidity

    Basel III Report Shows Stronger Capital at Global Banks

    By Editors | 24/10/2025

    Capital levels rose and funding remained stable, but the latest monitoring exercise found a slight decrease in liquidity coverage ratios.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    Korea Forms 9-Nation Alliance to Dismantle Financial Scam Hubs

    By Manesh Samtani | 24/10/2025

    The 'Breaking Chains' operation will target virtual asset fraud and voice phishing syndicates based in Southeast Asia, with Interpol also participating.

    Fintech / Regtech

    FSB Warns of Stability Risks in Multi-Jurisdiction Stablecoin Models

    By Manesh Samtani | 24/10/2025

    Issuers operating across borders create liquidity mismatches and regulatory arbitrage risks, highlighting the need for strong cross-border supervisory cooperation.

    Capital / Liquidity

    France Presses EU for Third Delay to FRTB Rules - Report

    By Editors | 24/10/2025

    France argues that the current 2027 timeline creates an unfair disadvantage against US rivals, where the implementation date remains unclear.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    Asian Exchanges Crack Down on Corporate Crypto Hoarding – Report

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/10/2025

    Exchanges in Hong Kong, India, and Australia are reportedly blocking firms from becoming crypto-treasuries, citing rules against shell companies and speculative risks.

    Securities / Derivatives

    SFC Proposes to Enhance Hong Kong's Retail Fund Code

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/10/2025

    The SFC is consulting on a new derivatives framework, enhanced liquidity rules, and a phased approach to give retail investors access to illiquid assets.

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