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Anti-Money Laundering

MAS Sets New, Stricter Audit Rules for Payment Firms

By Nithya Subramanian | 17/07/2026

New guidelines introduce a mandatory end-to-end review of AML and technology risk controls for new licensees one year after they commence operations.

Data Privacy

RBI Consults on Data Governance Framework for Banks

By Nithya Subramanian | 16/07/2026

The draft guidance mandates board-level oversight, a 'single source of truth', and stricter accountability for third-party data sharing.

Stablecoins

Korea Unveils Sweeping Financial and Digital Asset Reforms

By Manesh Samtani | 16/07/2026

The H2 economic growth strategy includes the new Digital Asset Basic Act, measures for the internationalising the won, and a strategic overhaul of the national sovereign wealth fund.

AI Risk & Governance

Australia to Legislate National Framework and Standards for AI

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 16/07/2026

The government will introduce a “world-leading” AI framework, establishing national standards for AI, strict new rules for data centres, and robust protections for creative content.

Cybersecurity

Taiwan Issues AI Cyber Attack Guidance for Financial Firms

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 16/07/2026

The FSC has released recommendations for firms to counter emerging cybersecurity threats from frontier AI models, urging a focus on resilience and defensive AI.

Anti-Money Laundering

Thailand Tightens Rules on Cash and Stablecoin Transactions

By Nithya Subramanian | 15/07/2026

New rules target large cash deposits, high-volume Tether trades, and bullion sales in a bid to curb illicit financial flows.

Cybersecurity

China Proposes Sweeping Cybersecurity Rules for Banks and Insurers

By Mark Johnston | 15/07/2026

New draft rules from the financial regulator introduce strict governance, incident reporting, and accountability requirements for the banking and insurance sectors.

Sustainable Finance

Taiwan Close to Reaching 2030 Green Finance Goal

By Editors | 15/07/2026

Regulators have used capital incentives and new certification schemes to drive investment, hitting 88 percent of the 2030 target ahead of schedule.

Cybersecurity

Malaysia Rolls Out National AI and Quantum Security Frameworks

By Nithya Subramanian | 15/07/2026

New policies, a quantum cryptography sandbox, and a planned Centre of Excellence signal future security and governance requirements for all sectors, including finance.