Crypto / Digital Assets

Pakistan Taps Japan's Soramitsu for Digital Currency Pilot

13/08/2025

The central bank aims to boost financial inclusion and modernise payments with a pilot programme for a central bank digital currency.

Fintech / Regtech

Indian Banks Propose Raising GST Threshold to Drive Digital Payments

12/08/2025

Lenders are advising policymakers to raise the GST registration threshold to prevent merchants from reverting to cash.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Proposes Lighter-Touch AIFs for Accredited Investors

12/08/2025

SEBI has issued proposals for a new fund category with fewer restrictions, signalling a long-term shift in how investor sophistication is measured.

AML / KYC

Nepal Imposes New AML Rules on Cooperative Institutions

12/08/2025

The government has mandated detailed reporting and 'know your member' rules for all cooperatives as it seeks removal from the FATF grey list.

Fintech / Regtech

Bank Indonesia Clarifies Scope of Upcoming 'Payment ID' Trial

12/08/2025

Bank Indonesia has clarified its new payment system is only a limited trial, as consumer advocates raise concerns over data privacy and citizens' rights.

Beijing Scraps Suburban Home Purchase Limits to Boost Property Market

12/08/2025

The capital city also eased its housing provident fund rules. Analysts expect Shanghai and Shenzhen to follow with similar measures.

ESG / Sustainability

Malaysia to Develop "Science-Based" Sustainable Finance Taxonomy

12/08/2025

The Joint Committee on Climate Change also plans to issue guidance on new reporting rules and tackle persistent climate data gaps.

Market Infrastructure

APRA Calls for Urgent Cyber Uplift from Super Funds

12/08/2025

APRA warned the industry to improve collaboration and controls following recent attacks on members, highlighting systemic risks and third-party dependencies.

Capital / Liquidity

India Plans Credit Guarantees to Shield Small Firms from US Tariffs

12/08/2025

The government will offer guarantees for stressed loans as banks heighten scrutiny of exporters with US market exposure.