Fintech / Regtech

AML / KYC

Malaysia Adopting AI and Digital Tools to Aid Anti-Corruption Efforts

By Mark Johnston | 24/09/2025

Malaysia is leveraging artificial intelligence to fight corruption, with a new national plan set to create a governance framework for the technology.

Enforcement

Korean Regulators Pledge Punitive Fines Over Lotte Card Data Breach

By Mark Johnston | 24/09/2025

When security breaches occur, we will hold institutions accountable with penalties proportionate to the social impact, said FSC Vice Chairman Kwon Dae-young

Securities / Derivatives

DMIST Publishes Standard to Automate Position Transfers

By Manesh Samtani | 24/09/2025

The new standard introduces templates and timelines to streamline the manual process of moving positions between clearing accounts and firms.

Fintech / Regtech

Thailand to Launch New State Credit Scoring System

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/09/2025

The new 'Ari Score' system will use alternative data, such as utility bills, to assess unbanked borrowers and increase access to cheaper loans.

Fintech / Regtech

HSBC Expands Tokenised Deposit Service To New Markets

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/09/2025

HSBC says the DLT-based service has expanded to new markets, offering corporate clients 24/7 settlement and a regulated alternative to stablecoins for treasury management.

Fintech / Regtech

Global Regulators Expand Pact on AI Data Governance and Privacy

By Editors | 23/09/2025

20 data protection authorities, including from the UK, EU and key APAC jurisdictions, have committed to a joint framework for privacy-protecting AI.

Market Infrastructure

RBI Urges CCIL to Modernise Infrastructure for Rupee Internationalisation

By Mark Johnston | 23/09/2025

RBI Governor urges CCIL to build infrastructure for diverse currency pairs, leveraging technology to boost rupee internationalisation and retail access.

Market Infrastructure

RBNZ Opens Final Application Phase for New Payment System Access

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/09/2025

The RBNZ is now inviting payment service providers and other non-bank entities to apply for direct access to its core settlement system.

Crypto / Digital Assets

South Korea’s Wemade Launches KRW Stablecoin Infrastructure

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/09/2025

Wemade has launched “Stable One” blockchain for Korean won stablecoins, calling for regulatory oversight and public infrastructure to support adoption.