Emerging Prudential Risks

Australia's Super Fund Performance Test Sees Few New Failures

01/09/2025

APRA's annual test finds only seven products failed, all on platforms, prompting industry criticism and calls for reform.

Stablecoins

Thailand Pivots from Public CBDC to Private Stablecoins

01/09/2025

The central bank has no plans for a public digital baht, shifting focus to wholesale applications and a sandbox for privately-issued stablecoins.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Korea: New FSS Chief Puts Banks on Notice Over Consumer Protection

01/09/2025

FSS Governor Lee Chan-jin has warned of strict penalties for misselling scandals and urged a shift away from "easy interest business".

Anti-Money Laundering

Sri Lanka Mandates Beneficial Ownership Disclosures, Bans Bearer Shares

01/09/2025

New Companies Act amendments aim to align with global AML standards and enhance corporate transparency ahead of a key FATF evaluation.

Tokenisation

Thailand Selects KuCoin for Launch of Tokenised Government Bond

31/08/2025

The THB 5 billion initiative aims to democratise access to sovereign debt for retail investors, with KuCoin joining a government-approved consortium.

Clearing & Post-Trade

RBA Board Criticises ASX 'Limited' Progress on Risk Management

30/08/2025

The Payments System Board flagged fundamental concerns with ASX's operational resilience and welcomed government plans for a stablecoin regime.

Tokenisation

Koscom Adds Seventh Partner for Korean Security Token Platform

30/08/2025

The collaboration aims to build standardised market infrastructure, reducing costs and enhancing stability for the developing security token ecosystem.

Emerging Prudential Risks

RBI Considers New Rules to Curb Risks at NBFCs

29/08/2025

The RBI is looking to harmonise rules for banks and non-bank lenders to reduce risks from complex and duplicate lending structures.

Stablecoins

Former PBOC Chief Pushes Back Against Yuan Stablecoin Proposals

29/08/2025

Former PBOC governor Zhou Xiaochuan has warned against the speculative risks and limited utility of stablecoins for China.