International

Enforcement

SFC Reaffirms “Uncompromising” Approach Towards Criminal Syndicates

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/08/2025

SFC Chairman Kelvin Wong outlined a series of enforcement and governance measures aimed at tackling criminal syndicates and safeguarding market integrity.

AML / KYC

RBI Urges Banks to Tighten Scrutiny on Pakistan Fund Flows

By Editors | 27/08/2025

RBI directed lenders to enhance checks on indirect fund transfers from Pakistan, citing high risks of arms financing.

AML / KYC

Philippines Could Return to FATF Grey List Over Gambling Risks: BSP

By Editors | 27/08/2025

BSP warnings and data from The Fourth Wall highlight the urgent need for stricter online gambling controls in the Philippines.

AML / KYC

FATF Flags Rising Terror Finance Risks via Crypto, Social Media

By Manesh Samtani | 27/08/2025

FATF president flags growing use of virtual assets and social media for terror financing, calls for stronger global implementation of CFT rules.

Fintech / Regtech

Bangladesh Bank Relaunches Digital Bank Licensing with Stricter Rules

By Nithya Subramanian | 26/08/2025

The central bank has invited fresh applications, more than doubling capital requirements and tightening sponsor rules following a troubled initial licensing round.

Securities / Derivatives

Cracking the European T+1 Code for APAC Firms

By Val Wotton | 26/08/2025

Europe's shift to T+1 settlement in 2027 presents unique challenges for APAC firms. Proactive automation, data harmonisation, and early preparation are crucial for successful adaptation.

Securities / Derivatives

WFE Calls on Regulators to Crack Down on 'Tokenised Stocks'

By Editors | 26/08/2025

The WFE is calling on global regulators to address blockchain-based tokens mimicking equities, citing new risks and market integrity threats.

ESG / Sustainability

Verra Developing New Carbon Credit Registry to Boost Transparency

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 25/08/2025

Verra and S&P Global are building a "next-generation" carbon credit registry, aiming to enhance transparency and efficiency for carbon market participants.

Fintech / Regtech

Global Central Banks Advancing Work on Digital Assets: BIS

By Manesh Samtani | 24/08/2025

The emergence of stablecoins and other cryptoassets is accelerating CBDC work for over a third of central banks globally, new BIS survey reveals.