International

Emerging Prudential Risks

BIS Chief Calls for Rethink of Post-Crisis Rules to Tackle New Risks

By Manesh Samtani | 09/03/2026

BIS General Manager Pablo Hernández de Cos says post-crisis reforms must adapt to tackle risks from non-banks, AI, and growing regulatory complexity.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Global Police Operation Shuts Down LeakBase Financial Data Market

By Editors | 09/03/2026

A 14-nation effort dismantled a major online marketplace for stolen data, with Malaysian authorities seizing key servers as part of the coordinated takedown.

Structural Regulation

Philippines SEC Moves to Impose Term Limits on PSE Directors

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 09/03/2026

The regulator has approved a draft circular for public comment, citing corporate governance, while industry groups warn of negative consequences.

Operational Risk

MAS Proposes Overhaul of Operational and Third-Party Risk Frameworks

By Nithya Subramanian | 09/03/2026

New consultations aim to expand oversight to all third-party arrangements and enhance public disclosures for systemically important institutions.

Clearing & Post-Trade

FIA Outlines Risks, Roadmap for 24/7 Derivatives Trading

By Manesh Samtani | 08/03/2026

FIA says clearing, payment, and operational systems must be modernised to support around-the-clock markets without introducing systemic risk.

Capital Adequacy

BIS Chief Defends Basel Committee's Role Against US Criticism

By Manesh Samtani | 06/03/2026

The head of the Bank for International Settlements has countered US criticism of its rulemaking process, warning against a 'race to the bottom' on regulation.

Custody & Infrastructure

Market Infrastructure Majors Call for Global Standards to Unlock Digital Assets

By Manesh Samtani | 05/03/2026

Report by DTCC, Euroclear, Clearstream and BCG warns fragmentation risks stalling digital asset adoption and urges regulatory harmonisation to ensure interoperability.

Emerging Prudential Risks

Korea Readies KRW 100tn Backstop as Mideast Crisis Hits Markets

By Manesh Samtani | 05/03/2026

Regulators activate 24-hour monitoring and prepare liquidity for firms amid market volatility, vowing to curb unfair trading practices.

Anti-Money Laundering

AUSTRAC Chief Details New AML Rules for Legal Profession

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/03/2026

Brendan Thomas outlines mandatory enrolment, CDD, and reporting obligations as AUSTRAC moves to close a 'significant hole' in the country's AML defences.