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Fintech / Regtech
BOK Backs Cautious, Bank-Led Approach to Stablecoin Issuance
20/08/2025
BOK Governor Lee Chang-yong advocates for bank-centric stablecoin issuance, seeking to curb financial risks and disruption ahead of new regulations.
Securities / Derivatives
HKMA Urges Banks to Accelerate T+1 Settlement Preparations
20/08/2025
Banks are expected to assess how T+1 settlement may impact their business activities and operations, and allocate sufficient resources towards preparing for the move.
Trending
BOT Tightens Mobile Banking Transfer Limits to Contain Fraud
20/08/2025
Bank of Thailand has tightened mobile banking transfer limits, aiming to curb financial fraud and safeguard vulnerable users.
Crypto / Digital Assets
Korea FSS Fines Dunamu and Other Fintechs for Sandbox Breaches
20/08/2025
Firms operating unlisted stock and fractional investment platforms penalised for failing to meet investor protection and advertising conditions.
Securities / Derivatives
India's MCX Overhauls Nickel Futures Contract to Boost Liquidity
19/08/2025
MCX has reduced the contract size and changed expiry and delivery rules to align with global standards and attract smaller participants.
AML / KYC
Japan Brokers Seeking to Target Cybercriminals for Fraudulent Trades
19/08/2025
The JSDA is exploring ways to suspend perpetrator accounts as regulators mandate stronger security measures like MFA and breach notifications.
Crypto / Digital Assets
FSC Korea to Unveil Bill for KRW Stablecoin in October - Report
19/08/2025
The FSC will introduce a government bill outlining issuance and management rules, accelerating the country's digital asset legislation.
Crypto / Digital Assets
China Merchants Bank Arm Launches Regulated Crypto Trading in Hong Kong
19/08/2025
The move makes it the first Chinese bank-affiliated firm to offer such services, targeting professional investors under SFC regulations.
Fintech / Regtech
Hong Kong Insurance Authority Launches Initiative to Boost AI Adoption
19/08/2025
The new programme aims to foster collaboration between insurers and tech firms, guiding responsible AI use to establish the city as a regional hub.
Securities / Derivatives
SEBI Proposes to Ease IPO and Shareholding Rules for Large Firms
19/08/2025
SEBI is considering allowing smaller initial floats and longer compliance timelines to encourage mega-cap companies to list domestically.
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