Emerging Prudential Risks

Higher Deposit Insurance Limit Takes Effect in South Korea

02/09/2025

This is the first increase in 24 years, aiming to bolster public confidence and financial market stability.

Tokenisation

Japan Post Bank to Launch Tokenised Deposits for 120M Accounts

02/09/2025

The financial giant will use the DCJPY network starting in fiscal 2026, enabling instant settlement for blockchain-based securities.

Stablecoins

Hong Kong's Stablecoin Regime Attracts 77 Expressions of Interest

02/09/2025

The HKMA has received expressions of interest from banks, tech firms, securities firms and asset managers, among others.

Cryptocurrency

Hong Kong Listed Companies Form Virtual Assets Industry Body

02/09/2025

The new association, backed by nearly 40 firms, aims to foster compliance and support Hong Kong's digital asset hub ambitions.

Credit Risk

China Deepens SME Accounting Data Pilot to Boost Lending

02/09/2025

Regulators are tasking banks with using new standardised data to build credit models and innovate online loan products for small businesses.

Capital Adequacy

Taiwan Proposes Revised Capital Rules for Insurers' Mainland China, HK Operations

02/09/2025

The FSC plans to amend capital adequacy requirements for overseas expansion to align with the new solvency regime taking effect in 2026.

Emerging Prudential Risks

RBA Flags Private Market Risks, Digital Currency Assessment in New Plan

02/09/2025

The RBA's corporate plan highlights financial stability risks from non-bank lending and outlines key work on a potential CBDC.

Anti-Money Laundering

Taiwan FSC Details Widespread AML and Security Flaws at VASPs, Banks

01/09/2025

The FSC has published examination findings for H1 2025, revealing significant deficiencies in customer due diligence and cybersecurity.

Trade Based Money Laundering

India's Enforcement Directorate Obtains First Interpol 'Purple Notice'

01/09/2025

The notice details a sophisticated TBML method using shell firms and forged documents to alert 196 member countries.