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Stablecoins

Thailand Proposes Regulatory Framework for THB Stablecoins

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/10/2026

The BOT has issued a consultation paper outlining strict backing requirements and a ban on interest for baht-denominated stablecoins.

Operational Risk

RBI Finalises Rules for Banks on Operational Risk Capital

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/10/2026

The framework takes effect on 1 April 2027, replacing the Basic Indicator approach with a standardised methodology incorporating business indicators and historical operational losses.

Capital Adequacy

RBI Updates Leverage Ratio Framework for Banks

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/10/2026

The revised framework takes effect on 1 April 2027, retaining higher minimum ratios D-SIBs and rejecting calls to defer implementation.

Stablecoins

Hong Kong: HSBC Launches Regulated HKD Stablecoin on ‘PayMe’ App

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/10/2026

HSBC has rolled out its first stablecoin, RedCoin, to Hong Kong retail users, marking a significant step under the city's new digital asset regulatory framework.

Structural Regulation

Australia Proposes Financial Sector Reforms to Boost Competition, Cut Red Tape

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/10/2026

The Australian government has launched consultations on regulatory reforms designed to reduce compliance costs and support mid-sized banks.

CBDCs

PBOC Upgrades Digital Yuan Infrastructure to Deposit-Based Model

By Mark Johnston | 26/10/2026

The PBOC has upgraded its e-CNY infrastructure to a deposit-money model, introducing new smart contract frameworks and cross-border settlement platforms.

Structural Regulation

Singapore to Streamline IPO Reviews, Update Corporate Governance Code

By Nithya Subramanian | 26/10/2026

MAS deputy chairman outlined plans to consolidate listing reviews and revise corporate governance standards to boost market liquidity.

APAC on High Alert Over Critical PHP Vulnerabilities

By Manesh Samtani | 23/10/2026

Financial institutions and government agencies across the region are rushing to patch critical PHP flaws amid global hacking fears.

Anti-Bribery & Corruption

HKMA Mandates Stricter Anti-Bribery Controls for Account Opening

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/10/2026

HKMA has directed banks to bolster anti-bribery safeguards following attempts by criminal syndicates to bypass AML controls.