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Stablecoins

Korea: FSS Official Seeks Payments Law Cover for Stablecoins

By Vince Dioquino | 12/11/2026

An FSS director wants stablecoin payments under the electronic payments law, but analysts warn security gaps remain.[

Cybersecurity

Japan Unveils Emergency Cybersecurity Package Following Breaches

By Mark Johnston | 11/11/2026

Japan has adopted an emergency cybersecurity package to bolster national defences and support businesses following a wave of data breaches.

Cryptocurrency

Korea Loses Edge as Exclusive Crypto Listings Drop to Just 9%

By Vince Dioquino | 11/11/2026

Tougher regulations and listing practices have pushed crypto exchanges to mostly list assets that are already traded overseas.

AI Risk & Governance

Australia Plans New AI Regulator, Mandatory Safeguards After OpenAI Breach

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 11/11/2026

Australia will establish a dedicated AI regulator and introduce mandatory reporting requirements following a government data breach.

Structural Regulation

APRA Finalises Streamlined Bank Licensing Framework

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 10/11/2026

APRA has introduced a simplified, single-pathway licensing framework for domestic banks to enhance transparency and efficiency.

Stablecoins

New Zealand Consults on Regulatory Pathway for Payment Stablecoins

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 10/11/2026

The FMA is proposing a class designation to exempt qualifying NZD-backed stablecoins from traditional financial product regulations.

Resolution & Recovery

HKMA Consults on Revisions to Bank Resolution Planning Guidance

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 10/11/2026

The HKMA has proposed to introduce new requirements for digital services, governance, and resolution readiness.

US Treasury Cuts Off Crypto Exchange MEXC From Financial System

By Manesh Samtani | 10/11/2026

The US Treasury has barred US financial institutions from processing transfers involving MEXC Global, citing severe AML deficiencies.

AI Risk & Governance

CSRC Issues LLM Assessment Guidelines For Securities Industry

By Manesh Samtani | 09/11/2026

The CSRC has published new guidelines for financial institutions to assess and select large language models for industry applications.