Regional

Resolution & Recovery

ASEAN+3 Watchdog Urges Closer IMF Links Amid Rising Global Risks

By Manesh Samtani | 11/12/2025

A commentary from AMRO highlights underused crisis funds and calls for structured cooperation to counter new economic threats.

Clearing & Post-Trade

ASIFMA Urges Caution on APAC T+1 Shift, Citing Major Hurdles

By Manesh Samtani | 09/12/2025

A new industry paper highlights significant FX, operational and regulatory hurdles, calling for collaboration before any move to a shorter settlement cycle.

Clearing & Post-Trade

DTCC Flags Potential for Higher Margin, Capital Rules for US 24x5 Trading

By Manesh Samtani | 05/12/2025

Report highlights demand from APAC investors and outlines new operational and risk management considerations for firms trading US equities overnight.

Clearing & Post-Trade

APAC Firms Face Significant Hurdles in European Shift to T+1

By Manesh Samtani | 04/12/2025

With the shift to T+1 set for October 2027, APAC firms face mounting operational challenges, especially in managing time zone differences and FX processes.

Stablecoins

Kyrgyzstan Launches Gold-Backed Digital Dollar USDKG

By Nithya Subramanian | 02/12/2025

Kyrgyzstan launches USDKG, a fully gold-backed digital asset issued under state oversight, marking a major step in its regulated blockchain strategy.

Clearing & Post-Trade

New Report Calls on APAC to Coordinate on Move to T+1 Settlement

By Manesh Samtani | 27/11/2025

A new industry report calls for regional standardisation to manage unparalleled FX and operational risks in Asia's complex move to T+1 settlement.

Tokenisation

Hong Kong SFC Details Regulatory Push on Private Credit, AI, Digital Assets

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/11/2025

SFC chief outlines new OTC reporting rules, 'human in the loop' AI policy, and final steps for digital asset framework.

CBDCs

Age of Empires: ASEAN Plays Vital Role Amid Global Power Games

By Nathan Lynch | 21/11/2025

ASEAN nations are positioning themselves as a neutral bridge between China and the US, as geopolitical upheaval and sanctions continue to fragment global trade and financial services.

Stablecoins

AMRO Calls on ASEAN+3 Policymakers to Tackle Stablecoin Risks

By Manesh Samtani | 20/11/2025

AMRO calls for coordinated regulation to manage financial stability and monetary sovereignty risks from new payment technologies.