Europe

Fintech / Regtech

Euroclear, Marketnode Launch Funds Platform in Singapore

By Nithya Subramanian | 03/06/2025

The platform integrates Euroclear’s FundsPlace with Marketnode’s Fundnode to create a fully integrated fund order and processing system.

Sanctions

Japanese Shipper Lobbies for Relief After EU Sanctions Hit LNG Tankers

By Editors | 27/05/2025

Mitsui OSK is lobbying the EU via various channels, including the Japanese government, following sanctions on three tankers linked to a Russian LNG project.

AML / KYC

UK Crime Agency Freezes Properties Linked to Ousted Bangladesh PM

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/05/2025

The two upmarket properties are owned by the son of a Bangladeshi business tycoon and held by offshore companies based in the Isle of Man.

Capital / Liquidity

EU Delays FRTB to 2027 Amid Competitiveness Fears

By Editors | 27/05/2025

A decision has been made to delay FRTB implementation to preserve the ability of EU banks to compete internationally.

AML / KYC

Luxembourg Court Fines Edmond de Rothschild in 1MDB Case

By Nithya Subramanian | 26/05/2025

Investigations revealed that 1MDB funds wound up in accounts at the bank opened by a UAE national using offshore companies.

Capital / Liquidity

BOE Updates Rules for International Banks Operating in the UK

By Editors | 24/05/2025

PRA clarifies expectations for international branches, seeking to balance openness with financial stability concerns.

AML / KYC

Fighting Scams is a Community Effort: Singapore Police

By Manesh Samtani | 23/05/2025

Aileen Yap said Singapore’s strategy to fighting scams relies on quick response and collaboration between all stakeholders.

Sanctions

UK, EU Impose Russia Sanctions Amid Failing Ceasefire Talks

By Manesh Samtani | 21/05/2025

The targets include entities in Hong Kong, mainland China, Singapore and Vietnam. UK and EU also working to tighten the oil price cap.

AML / KYC

FINMA Fines Julius Baer Over High-Risk Client Breaches

By Nithya Subramanian | 21/05/2025

Julius Baer has been fined CHF 4m over AML failures linked to high-risk clients in India, Singapore, and other branches.