International

Market Infrastructure

Microsoft Battles Global Attacks Affecting SharePoint Vulnerability

By Manesh Samtani | 22/07/2025

The vulnerability has compromised government agencies and businesses worldwide and prompting urgent warnings from cybersecurity authorities.

Sanctions

China Vows Retaliation Against EU Sanctions Against Banks

By Editors | 22/07/2025

China has condemned the EU’s decision to sanction two banks for the first time, threatening countermeasures and escalating tensions ahead of a key summit.

Fintech / Regtech

Hong Kong Privacy Watchdog Probes Louis Vuitton Data Breach

By Manesh Samtani | 21/07/2025

The investigation follows the luxury brand's disclosure of a multi-country cyberattack that compromised the personal data of customers across Asia.

AML / KYC

1MDB Fugitive Jho Low Allegedly in Shanghai Using Forged Australian Passport

By Manesh Samtani | 21/07/2025

Investigative journalists claim the fugitive financier is living in a luxury mansion and working for entities linked to the Chinese government.

Fintech / Regtech

US Signs GENIUS Act Into Law, Setting Rules for Stablecoin Issuers

By Manesh Samtani | 21/07/2025

The GENIUS Act creates a potential pathway for issuers from other jurisdictions to access the US market if their local regulations are deemed equivalent.

Sanctions

EU Adopts 18th Sanctions Package Against Russia

By Manesh Samtani | 19/07/2025

The package targets Russia’s shadow fleet and energy revenues, as well as two Chinese banks and a Russian-owned refinery in India.

Market Infrastructure

G20 Backs Central Bank Independence, Agrees Path on NBFI Risk and Tax

By Manesh Samtani | 19/07/2025

In a rare show of unity, G20 finance ministers issued their first joint communiqué since October 2024, stressing central bank independence.

Securities / Derivatives

WFE Sounds Alarm on IPO Drought Especially in APAC

By Editors | 18/07/2025

The WFE has launched a global campaign to revitalise public markets, citing a stark decline in listings, particularly in Asia-Pacific.

AML / KYC

Egmont Group Mandates FIU Independence as Core Member Requirement

By Editors | 18/07/2025

The Egmont Group of Financial Intelligence Units will now require members to guarantee the operational independence and autonomy of their organisations.