International

Anti-Money Laundering

Global AML Regime Delivers Intelligence Value but Fails on Core Goals, Study Finds

By Manesh Samtani | 25/07/2025

A new paper argues that the global AML system is failing to deter crime despite huge costs, with its main value being an intelligence tool.

Anti-Money Laundering

Sri Lanka to Start Registering Crypto Firms Ahead of FATF Review

By Duruthu E Chandrasekera | 24/07/2025

The move, driven by an upcoming FATF evaluation, will require VASP registration, but the CBSL stresses it is not legalisation.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Indonesia to Impose New Risk Management Rules on Investment Managers

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/07/2025

The OJK says the new regulation introduces risk-based supervision and health assessments, giving firms a two-year transition period to comply.

Reporting & Disclosures

Pakistan Regulator, IFC Launch Project to Boost Corporate ESG Standards

By Editors | 24/07/2025

The three-year initiative aims to develop regulatory frameworks and build capacity to align Pakistan's corporate sector with international sustainability practices.

Resolution & Recovery

FSC Korea Directs Top 10 Banks to Enhance Resolution Plans

By Manesh Samtani | 24/07/2025

Regulators have approved 2025 resolution plans and renewed the D-SIBs list for 2026, but demanded greater preparedness for digital bank runs.

Climate Risk

NGFS Urges FIs to Embed Climate Adaptation into Transition Plans

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/07/2025

The NGFS has provided a framework for financial institutions to manage physical climate risks, urging a shift from a mitigation-only focus.

Cloud & Infrastructure

Industry Majors Release Draft Framework for Public Blockchain Risk

By Manesh Samtani | 24/07/2025

A coalition including DTCC, Euroclear and major banks has launched a framework to help regulated firms manage non-financial risks on public blockchains.

Anti-Money Laundering

Wolfsberg Group Publishes Statement on Risk Based Approach

By Manesh Samtani | 24/07/2025

The Wolfsberg Group outlined three core principles for financial crime compliance and committed to updating its foundational risk-based approach guidance.

Climate Risk

NGFS Urges Integration of Climate Scenario Analysis into Transition Plans

By Manesh Samtani | 23/07/2025

New NGFS reports highlight synergies between climate scenario analysis and transition planning, offering guidance for financial institutions and supervisors.