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Stablecoins
Japan Approves Stablecoin Issuer as Funds Transfer Service Provider
21/08/2025
Japanese fintech JPYC Inc has become the first company to obtain a licence under Japan's revised Payment Services Act to issue a regulated JPY-pegged stablecoin.
Stablecoins
BOK Backs Cautious, Bank-Led Approach to Stablecoin Issuance
20/08/2025
BOK Governor Lee Chang-yong advocates for bank-centric stablecoin issuance, seeking to curb financial risks and disruption ahead of new regulations.
Clearing & Post-Trade
HKMA Urges Banks to Accelerate T+1 Settlement Preparations
20/08/2025
Banks are expected to assess how T+1 settlement may impact their business activities and operations, and allocate sufficient resources towards preparing for the move.
Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime
BOT Tightens Mobile Banking Transfer Limits to Contain Fraud
20/08/2025
Bank of Thailand has tightened mobile banking transfer limits, aiming to curb financial fraud and safeguard vulnerable users.
Structural Regulation
Korea FSS Fines Dunamu and Other Fintechs for Sandbox Breaches
20/08/2025
Firms operating unlisted stock and fractional investment platforms penalised for failing to meet investor protection and advertising conditions.
Trading & Investment
India's MCX Overhauls Nickel Futures Contract to Boost Liquidity
19/08/2025
MCX has reduced the contract size and changed expiry and delivery rules to align with global standards and attract smaller participants.
Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime
Japan Brokers Seeking to Target Cybercriminals for Fraudulent Trades
19/08/2025
The JSDA is exploring ways to suspend perpetrator accounts as regulators mandate stronger security measures like MFA and breach notifications.
Stablecoins
FSC Korea to Unveil Bill for KRW Stablecoin in October - Report
19/08/2025
The FSC will introduce a government bill outlining issuance and management rules, accelerating the country's digital asset legislation.
Cryptocurrency
China Merchants Bank Arm Launches Regulated Crypto Trading in Hong Kong
19/08/2025
The move makes it the first Chinese bank-affiliated firm to offer such services, targeting professional investors under SFC regulations.
AI Risk & Governance
Hong Kong Insurance Authority Launches Initiative to Boost AI Adoption
19/08/2025
The new programme aims to foster collaboration between insurers and tech firms, guiding responsible AI use to establish the city as a regional hub.
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