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AI Risk & Governance

Singapore Sandbox Reveals Key Governance Risks for AI Agents

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/05/2026

A government-led sandbox identifies critical risks in human oversight, cybersecurity, and data privacy, offering a governance roadmap for deploying autonomous AI systems.

Anti-Money Laundering

Hong Kong Calls for Global Action on Digital Assets to Combat Terror Financing

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/05/2026

Hong Kong’s finance chief has urged jurisdictions to implement international standards for digital assets and enhance cooperation to prevent their use in illicit finance.

Cryptocurrency

SC Malaysia Overhauls Digital Asset Exchanges Framework

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/05/2026

The SC has revised its DAX framework, introducing a liberalised listing process alongside stricter prudential and governance requirements for operators.

Cryptocurrency

Industry Bodies Urge MAS to Refine Crypto-Asset Framework

By Manesh Samtani | 22/05/2026

ISDA and ASIFMA have called for the removal of exposure caps and further clarifications on proposed rules for crypto-assets on permissionless blockchains.

Telegram ‘Guarantee Markets’ Facilitate Billions in Scams - RUSI

By Manesh Samtani | 21/05/2026

Online bazaars on Telegram are enabling industrial-scale scams and money laundering using stablecoins, with one marketplace processing tens of billions of dollars.

AI Risk & Governance

MAS, IBF Launch AI Talent Programme for Finance Sector

By Nithya Subramanian | 21/05/2026

The programme aims to build a pipeline of AI-proficient professionals by integrating industry projects and mentorship into university studies.

Clearing & Post-Trade

Korea to Host Forum on T+1 Settlement, Eyes 2027 Launch

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 21/05/2026

Authorities and industry will discuss the move to a shorter settlement cycle, aiming to align with global trends despite significant operational hurdles.

Structural Regulation

Malaysia Proposes Major Overhaul of LEAP Market

By Nithya Subramanian | 21/05/2026

Regulators are proposing to open the SME market to retail investors, while streamlining listing and graduation pathways for companies.

Stablecoins

Japan's Ruling Party Approves AI and On-Chain Finance Blueprint

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 21/05/2026

The policy proposal calls for a five-year roadmap to develop a new financial infrastructure using tokenised deposits, yen stablecoins, and AI.